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Ultra

ˈəltrə
Common
~ 3400
~ 3400
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超 (ちょう), 極端な (きょくたんな), 超音波 (ちょうおんぱ), ウルトラ

Ultra meanings in Japanese

超 (ちょう)

Example:
This movie is ultra exciting!
この映画は超面白い!
She is an ultra marathon runner.
彼女は超マラソンランナーです。
Usage: InformalContext: Used to emphasize something to a high degree.
Note: Commonly used in casual conversation and can be used with various adjectives to indicate a high level of quality or intensity.

極端な (きょくたんな)

Example:
He has ultra extreme views on politics.
彼は政治について極端な見解を持っています。
The ultra extreme weather caused many issues.
極端な天候が多くの問題を引き起こしました。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to describe extreme or excessive conditions or opinions.
Note: Often used in more formal contexts, particularly in writing or discussions about social issues, opinions, or conditions.

超音波 (ちょうおんぱ)

Example:
The doctor used an ultra sound for the examination.
医者は検査のために超音波を使用しました。
Ultra sound technology is very advanced.
超音波技術は非常に進んでいます。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in medical or scientific contexts.
Note: Refers specifically to ultrasound technology and is commonly used in medical settings.

ウルトラ

Example:
I love ultra music festivals.
ウルトラ音楽祭が大好きです。
He collects ultra rare comic books.
彼はウルトラレアのコミックを集めています。
Usage: InformalContext: Used in popular culture and branding.
Note: Often seen in product names, events, or in relation to fandoms, especially within music and entertainment.

Ultra's synonyms

extreme

Extreme refers to the furthest point or limit of something, often implying intensity or severity.
Example: The extreme heat caused the roads to buckle.
Note: Extreme can be used in a broader sense than ultra, encompassing a wider range of situations and contexts.

super

Super denotes something that is above or beyond the norm, exceptional or outstanding.
Example: She has a superhuman ability to focus for long periods.
Note: Super is more commonly used in informal contexts and can convey a sense of admiration or emphasis.

excessive

Excessive signifies going beyond what is necessary or normal, often in a negative connotation.
Example: His excessive spending led to financial troubles.
Note: Excessive focuses on the idea of surpassing a reasonable or acceptable limit, implying a negative outcome or consequence.

intense

Intense describes something that is very strong, concentrated, or extreme in degree or strength.
Example: The intense workout left her exhausted but satisfied.
Note: Intense emphasizes the high level of something, whether it be emotions, actions, or conditions.

radical

Radical indicates a departure from tradition, existing norms, or usual practices, often involving significant change.
Example: The company made a radical decision to restructure its operations.
Note: Radical suggests a fundamental or profound shift, sometimes with revolutionary implications.

Ultra expressions, common phrases

Ultra-modern

Refers to something that is extremely modern or cutting-edge in design or technology.
Example: The house had an ultra-modern design with sleek lines and high-tech features.
Note: The word 'ultra' emphasizes the extreme or highest level of modernity.

Ultra-competitive

Describes a person or situation where there is an intense desire to win or succeed at all costs.
Example: She is known to be ultra-competitive in everything she does, always striving to be the best.
Note: The addition of 'ultra' intensifies the level of competitiveness beyond just being competitive.

Ultra-rich

Refers to someone who is extremely wealthy or has a vast amount of financial resources.
Example: The CEO of the company is ultra-rich, with a net worth in the billions.
Note: The term 'ultra' denotes a wealth level that is significantly higher than just being 'rich'.

Ultra-processed

Describes food or products that have undergone extensive processing and contain synthetic or artificial components.
Example: Many fast foods are considered ultra-processed, containing artificial ingredients and additives.
Note: The inclusion of 'ultra' highlights the high degree of processing involved, often implying a negative connotation.

Ultra-conservative

Describes a person or group that holds extremely traditional or rigid views, especially in politics or society.
Example: The political party has an ultra-conservative stance on social issues.
Note: The term 'ultra' emphasizes the extreme nature of the conservatism beyond just being conservative.

Ultra-marathon

Refers to a long-distance running race that exceeds the traditional marathon distance of 26.2 miles.
Example: She trained for months to compete in an ultra-marathon, a race that covers over 50 miles.
Note: The use of 'ultra' indicates a race distance that goes far beyond the standard marathon length.

Ultra-compact

Describes something that is extremely small, condensed, or tightly packed in size.
Example: The new laptop is ultra-compact, making it easy to carry around in a small bag.
Note: The addition of 'ultra' emphasizes the exceptional compactness of the item beyond just being compact.

Ultra everyday (slang) expressions

Ultra

Used to emphasize a higher degree or extreme quality.
Example: That new restaurant is ultra-popular among young people.
Note: The slang term 'ultra' is a shortened form of the adjective 'ultra-' and is commonly used to indicate something extreme or exceptional in a positive context, unlike the original word 'ultra' which is a prefix indicating excessiveness or beyond.

Ultra chill

Used to describe someone who is extremely relaxed or easy-going.
Example: He's the most laid-back guy I know, always ultra chill in any situation.
Note: While 'chill' alone means relaxed, adding 'ultra' intensifies the degree of relaxation or lack of stress in a person.

Ultra-cool

Describes something as extremely stylish or impressive.
Example: Those sunglasses are ultra-cool, where did you get them?
Note: By adding 'ultra' to 'cool', the emphasis is placed on the exceptional or top-tier stylishness of an object or person.

Ultra-high

Refers to something being extremely expensive or at a very high level.
Example: The prices at that designer store are ultra-high, but the quality is worth it.
Note: 'Ultra-high' in slang denotes exorbitant costs or standards, contrary to the original meaning of 'ultra-high' as being at a very elevated position or level.

Ultra-lit

Used to describe something as incredibly exciting, fun, or intense.
Example: The party last night was ultra-lit, everyone had a great time!
Note: By combining 'ultra' with 'lit' (slang for exciting or fun), the intensity and outstanding nature of an event or situation is emphasized.

Ultra-creepy

Describes something as extremely unsettling or frightening.
Example: That abandoned house at the end of the street gives me an ultra-creepy vibe.
Note: When 'ultra' is added to 'creepy', it highlights a heightened level of fear or discomfort, emphasizing the extreme eeriness or scariness of a situation or object.

Ultra-boost

Refers to an additional surge of energy or improvement.
Example: Drinking coffee in the morning gives me that extra ultra-boost to start my day.
Note: 'Ultra-boost' is used informally to indicate an extra or intense increase in energy or enhancement, differing from the original term 'ultra boost' used in a sports context to refer to specialized running shoes with advanced cushioning and responsiveness technology.

Ultra - Examples

The ultra marathon was a grueling 100-mile race.
The new phone has an ultra high-resolution screen.
The athlete's performance was ultra impressive.

Ultra grammar

Ultra - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: ultra
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): ultra
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): ultras
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): ultra
Syllables, Separation and Stress
ultra Contains 2 syllables: ul • tra
Phonetic transcription: ˈəl-trə
ul tra , ˈəl trə (The red syllable is stressed)

Ultra - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
ultra: ~ 3400 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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