スポット
supotto
The English word "spot" can be translated into Japanese as スポット (supotto).
The word スポット is used to refer to a specific location or area. In modern and informal speech, this loanword is used to describe a particular spot or location, especially in the context of specific activities or events.
Meaning: location or area (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
supotto
Did you know?
- While スポット is common, Japanese speakers often use パワースポット to describe a 'power spot', which is a location believed to have spiritual energy that improves one's luck.
- Japanese has a specific category called 聖地 'holy land', which is used as a more emotional or dedicated version of a 'spot' for fans of anime or manga.
- In Japanese logistics and staffing, a スポット contract refers to a one-off, single-day job rather than a recurring position.
Examples in context
- ここは人気の観光スポットです。This is a popular tourist spot.This sentence is useful for showing how to describe a popular tourist spot using スポット.Tatoeba #8736711 by small_snow, translation #5879433 by OsoHombre
- ビル、スポットの散歩に行ってくれたかしら。Bill, did you take Spot for a walk yet?This sentence demonstrates how スポット can be used as a proper name for a pet.Tatoeba #197407 by KK_kaku_, translation #34593 by CN
- あなたがスポットを世話するって言ったとき、そういった責任が生じるのは分かっていたはずでしょ。When you said you'd look after Spot, you knew there'd be responsibilities.This sentence shows how to use スポット when referring to the responsibility of looking after a pet.Tatoeba #234215 by bunbuku, translation #71589 by darinmex
- 東京に素敵な 場所 はありますか？Are there any wonderful spots in Tokyo?
- この 場 に座ってください。Please have a seat in this spot.
- 今日はおしゃれな スポット に行きたい。I want to go to a stylish spot today.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are planning a weekend trip.
- 結衣 Yuiどこかいいスポットを知ってる？Doko ka ii supotto o shitteru?Do you know any good spots?
- 陽太 Yota海が見えるスポットがあるよ。Umi ga mieru supotto ga aru yo.There is a spot where you can see the ocean.
- 結衣 Yuiそこは陽太の好きな場所なの？Soko wa Youta no suki na basho nano?Is that a place you like, Youta?
- 陽太 Yotaうん、最高なスポットだよ。Un, saikou na supotto da yo.Yeah, it is an amazing spot.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
