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VocabJLPT N1

motor

Noun

Definitions

1. motor

This katakana word refers to an electric motor, the device that converts electrical energy into mechanical motion. It appears in discussions about machines, appliances, vehicles, and industrial equipment.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"The motor stopped!" — a ripple of unease ran through the floor for a moment.

Sentence 2

If you run it that hard, you're going to burn out the motor!

Sentence 3

Is motor efficiency really that important, though?

Sentence 4

"The motor won't turn on?!" my brother yelled.

Sentence 5

Honestly, motor breakdowns always seem to happen on the weekend, don't they.