No. 3,035 in Japanese
マット
"マット" (matto) means "mat" in English, referring to a floor covering or protective layer.
In a sentence
この部屋には柔らかいマットが敷かれています。
This room has a soft mat laid on the floor.
Here, 'マット' refers to a physical mat, used as a floor covering.
マットな仕上がりの口紅を選びました。
I chose a lipstick with a matte finish.
In this sentence, 'マットな' describes a non-glossy texture, indicating the type of finish.
スポーツジムでは滑り止めのマットが使われています。
Non-slip mats are used in the sports gym.
Again, 'マット' indicates a physical object, specifically designed for safety in a gym setting.
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