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VocabJLPT N3

Rock

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. lock
2. 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.