Japanese

あいず
Meaning: sign; signal
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

合
図

Example sentences

I raised my hand and gave the signal to depart.
合図が鳴ると同時に、子供たちは一斉に駆け出した。
As soon as the signal rang, the children started running all at once.
「用意、どん!」の合図で、子供たちが一斉に走り出した。
At the signal of 'Ready, go!', the children started running all at once.
彼は仲間に目配せをして、合図を送った。
He signaled to his companions with his eyes.
兵士たちは敵前で息を潜め、攻撃の合図を待った。
The soldiers held their breath in front of the enemy and waited for the signal to attack.
選手は合図でプールに跳び込む。
The athlete jumps into the pool at the signal.

Usage Notes

Refers to a prearranged signal or sign used to communicate something or initiate an action.

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