This is the 9734th most frequent Japanese word.
落ち葉
Fallen leaves.
Here, "落ち葉" refers to the common phenomenon of leaves falling in abundance during the autumn season.
秋になると落ち葉が増えます。
In autumn, fallen leaves increase.
The term "落ち葉" is used here to refer to leaves that have fallen from trees, emphasizing their presence on the ground.
落ち葉が地面を覆っています。
Fallen leaves cover the ground.
"落ち葉" in this sentence indicates the fallen leaves that require collection and cleanup, framing it in a context of labor.