Lake の日本語での意味

湖 (みずうみ, mizuumi)

例:

We went swimming in the lake.

私たちは湖で泳ぎました。

The lake is beautiful in autumn.

秋に湖は美しいです。

使用法: formal/informalコンテクスト: Used when referring to a natural body of water, especially in geographical or environmental discussions.

注記: This is the most common translation for 'lake' in Japanese, typically referring to larger bodies of freshwater.

池 (いけ, ike)

例:

There is a small pond in the park.

公園に小さな池があります。

The koi fish swim in the pond.

池の中で鯉が泳いでいます。

使用法: informalコンテクスト: Used for smaller bodies of water, such as ponds or small lakes.

注記: While '池' can sometimes be translated as 'lake' in a broader sense, it is often used for smaller water bodies.

貯水池 (ちょすいち, chosuichi)

例:

The reservoir supplies water to the city.

貯水池は市に水を供給します。

They built a reservoir to collect rainwater.

雨水を集めるために貯水池が作られました。

使用法: formalコンテクスト: Used specifically in discussions about water supply and management.

注記: This term refers to a man-made lake often used for storing water. It is less common than '湖' but important in specific contexts.

pond

A pond is a small body of water that is usually shallower than a lake.

例: We used to go fishing in the pond behind our house.

注記: Ponds are typically smaller in size compared to lakes.

reservoir

A reservoir is an artificial lake used for storing water.

例: The reservoir provides water for the entire city.

注記: Reservoirs are man-made and often serve specific purposes like water supply or irrigation.

lagoon

A lagoon is a shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water by a barrier like a reef or sandbar.

例: The resort had a beautiful lagoon where guests could swim.

注記: Lagoons are usually coastal or connected to the ocean, whereas lakes can be inland bodies of water.

Calm before the storm

This phrase refers to a period of peace or tranquility before a difficult or chaotic situation arises.

例: The team knew it was the calm before the storm as they approached the lake to start their challenging hike.

注記: The phrase 'calm before the storm' uses 'calm' metaphorically to represent a peaceful period, while 'lake' refers to a large body of water.

Still waters run deep

This phrase means that a person who appears calm and quiet may have a strong or complex personality.

例: She might seem quiet, but remember, still waters run deep; she has a lot going on beneath the surface.

注記: The phrase 'still waters run deep' uses 'still waters' to represent a calm exterior, in contrast to the active or turbulent nature of 'lake'.

Fish out of water

This idiom describes someone who feels uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.

例: In the bustling city, he felt like a fish out of water, longing for the quiet of the lake where he grew up.

注記: The idiom 'fish out of water' uses 'fish' to represent someone who is awkward or out of place, contrasting with the natural setting of a 'lake'.

In deep water

To be 'in deep water' means to be in a difficult or challenging situation.

例: After missing the deadline, he found himself in deep water with his boss.

注記: The phrase 'in deep water' uses 'deep water' metaphorically to convey trouble or difficulty, unlike the literal body of water that is a 'lake'.

A drop in the ocean

This phrase refers to a very small or insignificant amount in comparison to a much larger need or goal.

例: His donation, while generous, was just a drop in the ocean compared to what was needed to fund the project.

注記: The phrase 'a drop in the ocean' uses 'drop' to signify a small quantity, contrasting with the vastness of a 'lake'.

Water under the bridge

This idiom means that a past conflict or problem has been resolved or forgotten.

例: Their argument is water under the bridge now; they've moved on and are friends again.

注記: The idiom 'water under the bridge' uses 'water' symbolically to represent past events that have flowed away, unlike the physical presence of water in a 'lake'.

Test the waters

To 'test the waters' means to try something out or investigate a situation before fully committing.

例: Before committing to a new job, she decided to test the waters by doing an internship at the company.

注記: The phrase 'test the waters' uses 'waters' figuratively to suggest exploring possibilities, unlike the literal 'lake' where water is present.

Lake house

A house located near a lake where people can enjoy recreational activities by the water.

例: Let's spend the weekend at our lake house.

注記: The slang term specifies a house near a lake, whereas 'lake' refers to the body of water itself.

Lake bum

A person who spends a lot of time loitering or relaxing by a lake.

例: He's known as the lake bum because he spends all his time fishing by the lake.

注記: This term refers to a person who enjoys being near the lake rather than the lake itself.

Lake effect

A meteorological phenomenon where a large body of water influences the climate, usually causing increased precipitation in downwind areas.

例: The heavy snow is due to the lake effect from Lake Michigan.

注記: It refers to the specific weather pattern caused by a nearby lake, not just the presence of the lake itself.

Lake monster

A mythical or legendary creature believed to live in a lake, similar to the Loch Ness Monster.

例: Some people claim to have seen a mysterious lake monster in this lake.

注記: This term describes a mythical creature associated with a particular lake, not the lake itself.

Lake life

The lifestyle focused on activities and relaxation by a lake, such as boating, fishing, and picnicking.

例: John and Sarah fully embrace the lake life during their summer vacations.

注記: It describes the way of living that centers around a lake, rather than the lake as a physical entity.

Lake vibes

The overall feeling or atmosphere experienced when spending time near a lake, often associated with tranquility and relaxation.

例: I always feel so calm and peaceful when I'm near the water, those lake vibes are unbeatable.

注記: It captures the emotional and sensory experience of being near a lake, rather than focusing on the lake itself.

The lake was calm and peaceful.

We went swimming in the small lake.

The hydroelectric power plant is located near the artificial lake.

Lake - 名詞 (Noun) / 名詞、単数または質量 (Noun, singular or mass)

見出し語: lake

活用

名詞、複数 (Noun, plural): lakes, lake

名詞、単数または質量 (Noun, singular or mass): lake

動詞、過去形 (Verb, past tense): laked

動詞、動名詞または現在分詞 (Verb, gerund or present participle): laking

動詞、三人称単数現在形 (Verb, 3rd person singular present): lakes

動詞、原形 (Verb, base form): lake

動詞、三人称単数以外の現在形 (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): lake

音節、区切り、アクセント

lake 1 音節を含む: lake

音声表記: ˈlāk

lake , ˈlāk (赤い音節が強調されています)

単語の頻度と重要度指数は、特定の言語で単語がどのくらい頻繁に出現するかを示します。数字が小さいほど、単語が使用される頻度が高くなります。最も頻繁に使用される単語は通常1から4000の範囲です。

lake: ~ 2400 (非常に一般的).

この重要度指数は、言語学習の過程で最も役立つ単語に焦点を当てるのに役立ちます。

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