VocabJLPT N3
Rock
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. lock
  2. 2. lock (in rugby)
  3. 3. Rock
This katakana word can refer to several things depending on context, including the music genre, a lock or locking mechanism, or even a rock formation. Context is very important to determine which meaning is intended in a given sentence.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

On crowded morning trains, I make a point of locking my phone right away.

Sentence 2

"Did you lock the door?"

Sentence 3

She asked, "Did you lock your bike properly?"

Sentence 4

Okay, this time I definitely locked the front door — probably!

Sentence 5

I already told my staff member to lock the screen first.