Dictionary
English - Japanese
Like
laɪk
Very common
~ 2300
~ 2300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
好き (suki), 〜のような (no you na), 例えば (tatoeba), 好きだと思う (suki da to omou), 好む (konomu)
Like meanings in Japanese
好き (suki)
Example:
I like sushi.
私は寿司が好きです。
Do you like this song?
この曲が好きですか？
Usage: InformalContext: Expressing preference or affection for something.
Note: Used to express liking or fondness, commonly used in everyday conversation.
〜のような (no you na)
Example:
He runs like the wind.
彼は風のように走る。
It tastes like chicken.
それは鶏肉のような味がする。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Comparing one thing to another.
Note: Used to indicate similarity; can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
例えば (tatoeba)
Example:
I enjoy outdoor activities, like hiking.
私はハイキングのようなアウトドア活動が好きです。
There are many fruits, like apples and oranges.
リンゴやオレンジのような多くの果物があります。
Usage: InformalContext: Giving examples.
Note: Often used to introduce examples, can be used in casual conversation.
好きだと思う (suki da to omou)
Example:
I think I would like that movie.
その映画は好きだと思います。
I like the idea of traveling.
旅行するという考えが好きです。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Expressing a thought or opinion about liking something.
Note: This form is used when expressing a preference that is not yet confirmed.
好む (konomu)
Example:
He prefers tea like a connoisseur.
彼は茶を好む。
She likes classical music over pop.
彼女はポップよりもクラシック音楽を好む。
Usage: FormalContext: Expressing a stronger preference.
Note: This term indicates a stronger preference or choice compared to just 'like'.
Like's synonyms
enjoy
To take pleasure in or find satisfaction in something.
Example: I enjoy spending time with my friends.
Note: While 'like' indicates a general preference, 'enjoy' implies a deeper level of pleasure or satisfaction.
appreciate
To value or regard highly; to be grateful for something.
Example: I appreciate your help with the project.
Note: Unlike 'like,' 'appreciate' conveys a sense of gratitude or recognition for something.
prefer
To favor one thing over another; to choose one thing over another.
Example: I prefer tea over coffee.
Note: While 'like' expresses a positive feeling towards something, 'prefer' involves a comparison and choice between two or more options.
admire
To respect or think highly of someone or something.
Example: I admire her courage in facing challenges.
Note: Unlike 'like,' 'admire' focuses on showing respect or appreciation for qualities or actions of a person or thing.
fancy
To have a particular liking or desire for something.
Example: I fancy a walk in the park this evening.
Note: Similar to 'like,' but 'fancy' often implies a sudden or passing desire or preference.
Like expressions, common phrases
Like a fish out of water
Feeling uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.
Example: After moving to a new country, I felt like a fish out of water until I made some friends.
Note: The phrase uses 'like a fish out of water' to convey a sense of unease or discomfort, rather than a direct comparison to a fish.
Like pulling teeth
Refers to something that is very difficult or requires a lot of effort.
Example: Getting my brother to clean his room is like pulling teeth; he never wants to do it.
Note: The phrase 'like pulling teeth' emphasizes the difficulty of a task, similar to how pulling teeth is known to be a challenging and slow process.
Like a bat out of hell
Moving extremely fast or in a hurry.
Example: When the fire alarm went off, everyone evacuated the building like a bat out of hell.
Note: The phrase 'like a bat out of hell' emphasizes the speed and urgency of movement, akin to the rapid flight of a bat.
Act like a chicken with its head cut off
Behaving in a frenzied or panicked manner.
Example: When the power went out, my little brother started running around the house like a chicken with its head cut off.
Note: The phrase 'like a chicken with its head cut off' illustrates a sense of chaotic and irrational behavior, similar to how a decapitated chicken may flail aimlessly.
Like a broken record
Repeating the same thing continuously, often to the point of annoyance.
Example: She kept repeating the same story over and over again; it was like listening to a broken record.
Note: The phrase 'like a broken record' suggests a repetitive and unchanging behavior, akin to the skipping and repetition of a broken vinyl record.
Like a moth to a flame
Being irresistibly attracted to something or someone, often to one's detriment.
Example: He was drawn to her beauty like a moth to a flame, unable to resist her charm.
Note: The phrase 'like a moth to a flame' highlights a strong and often destructive attraction, drawing a parallel to how moths are attracted to flames despite the danger.
Like two peas in a pod
Describing two people or things that are very similar or nearly identical.
Example: Those twins are so alike; they're like two peas in a pod.
Note: The phrase 'like two peas in a pod' emphasizes the close resemblance or similarity between two entities, similar to how two peas in a pod are almost indistinguishable.
Like everyday (slang) expressions
Like, duh
Used to express that something is obvious or expected.
Example: Of course I'm going to the party, like, duh!
Note: Emphasizes the obviousness of a situation or response.
Be like
Used to report or represent what someone said or did.
Example: He was like, 'I can't believe you said that.'
Note: Conveys reported speech or actions in a casual manner.
Like woah
Used to emphasize or express intensity, surprise, or amazement.
Example: The music was loud, like woah!
Note: Heightens the impact of a situation or description through exaggeration.
Like a boss
Used to describe someone accomplishing something with great skill or confidence.
Example: She finished the project in an hour, like a boss.
Note: Emphasizes admirable performance or achievement.
Like there's no tomorrow
Describes doing something with complete abandonment or with great enthusiasm.
Example: She danced like there's no tomorrow at the party.
Note: Highlights the intensity or unrestrained nature of an action.
Like - Examples
I like chocolate.
She doesn't like horror movies.
He really likes playing video games.
Like grammar
Like - Interjection (Interjection) / (Interjection)
Lemma: like
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): like
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): liked
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): liking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): likes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): like
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): like
Syllables, Separation and Stress
like Contains 1 syllables: like
Phonetic transcription: ˈlīk
like , ˈlīk (The red syllable is stressed)
Like - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
like: ~ 2300 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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