1.
word, words
A unit of language that carries meaning.
この言葉の意味がわかりません。
I don't understand the meaning of this word.
彼女の言葉に感動した。
I was moved by her words.
新しい言葉を覚えました。
I learned a new word.
その言葉は使ったことがありません。
I've never used that word.
適切な言葉が見つからない。
I can't find the right words.
2.
language
A system of communication used by people.
日本語は難しい言葉です。
Japanese is a difficult language.
言葉が通じなくて困った。
I had trouble because the language didn't get through.
外国の言葉を習いたい。
I want to learn a foreign language.
母国の言葉を大切にしています。
I treasure my native language.
この地方の言葉は独特です。
The language of this region is unique.
3.
expression, speech
The way something is said or expressed.
彼の言葉は丁寧です。
His way of speaking is polite.
言葉を選んで話してください。
Please choose your words carefully when speaking.
乱暴な言葉を使わないで。
Don't use rough language.
言葉が足りなくてすみません。
I'm sorry for not explaining well.
優しい言葉をかけてくれた。
They spoke kind words to me.
言葉 has multiple meanings related to language.
COMMON PHRASES:
- 言葉が通じる (to be understood)
- 言葉に詰まる (to be at a loss for words)
- 言葉を選ぶ (to choose one's words)
RELATED:
- 単語 (vocabulary word)
- 語 (word, suffix for languages)