VocabJLPT N3
ash
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. ash
  2. 2. ashes
  3. 3. Ash (analytical chemistry)
This noun means ash or ashes, referring to the powdery residue left after something burns. It can also refer to the grey color resembling ash, and you'll encounter it in contexts like cigarette ash, volcanic ash, or cremated remains.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"This ash might still be hot," he said, treading carefully.

Sentence 2

Why do you have ash on the bottom of your shoes?

Sentence 3

I stepped in ash at the entrance and left white tracks everywhere!

Sentence 4

Hold on — I think the ash is still hot!

Sentence 5

Guilt burns in my chest, and all that's left in the end is ash.