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VocabJLPT N4

tongue

Noun

Definitions

1. tongue
2. tongue-like object
3. Tongue

This noun refers to the tongue, the organ inside the mouth used for tasting, speaking, and eating. It appears in both literal contexts about the body and in figurative expressions related to taste or language.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Finally, let's practice speaking slowly while paying attention to your tongue movement.

Sentence 2

How is your tongue so long? That surprised me.

Sentence 3

She stuck her tongue out and laughed, and it made me laugh too.

Sentence 4

I've practiced so many times — why can't I still get my tongue around it?

Sentence 5

Hey, does that candy turn your tongue blue?