No. 2,917 in Japanese
アメ
"アメ" can mean "candy" or "rain" depending on context.
In a sentence
アメが降っているので傘を持っていきます。
It's raining, so I'm taking an umbrella.
Here, the word 'アメ' means 'rain', using its meteorological meaning.
アメをもらった子供はとても喜びました。
The child who received candy was very happy.
In this context, 'アメ' refers to 'candy', showcasing its alternative common usage.
昨日の運転中、空から大きなアメの音がした。
While driving yesterday, I heard the sound of large rain falling from the sky.
Here, 'アメ' again signifies 'rain', emphasizing its physical patter.
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