VocabJLPT N3
signal
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. sign
  2. 2. signal
  3. 3. Phase diagram
A signal used to communicate something to another person or group, such as a hand gesture, sound, or light. It is commonly used in situations requiring coordination, like sports or traffic control.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

As soon as I give the signal, please report back immediately.

Sentence 2

Do not operate the machinery unless you receive a signal from us.

Sentence 3

Um… did my signal just now actually get through…?

Sentence 4

I wanted to leave, so I gave my friend a signal.

Sentence 5

Rubbing your eyelids is a sign that you're sleepy, right?