No. 3,665 in Japanese
off
The Japanese word "off" (オフ) refers to being switched off, inactive, or taking a break/time off.
In a sentence
仕事が終わる時間は何時ですか？
What time do you get off work?
The word 'off' here denotes ending or finishing a work activity.
電気のスイッチを切ってください。
Please turn off the light switch.
The word 'off' here indicates the action of stopping or deactivating a device.
ゾーンディフェンスを崩して、バスケットに挑む。
Break off the zone defense and attack the basket.
The word 'off' here conveys the act of breaking or separating from a structure or system, in this case, a defensive zone.
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