VocabJLPT N1
light bulb
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. light bulb
  2. 2. Incandescent light bulb
This noun refers to a light bulb, the glass device that produces light when electricity passes through it. It is a common everyday word used when talking about household lighting, replacing bulbs, or describing the shape of something that resembles a bulb.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Uh, where did I put the light bulb box? My mind just went blank.

Sentence 2

You know, the light from the bulb just looks so warm and gentle tonight.

Sentence 3

"Call me when the light bulb burns out," mom said before she left.

Sentence 4

Could you place an order for replacement light bulbs?

Sentence 5

Just to be safe, I bought three spare light bulbs.