Dictionary
English - Japanese
Post
poʊst
Very common
1000 - 1100
1000 - 1100
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.
郵便 (ゆうびん), 投稿 (とうこう), 職位 (しょくい), 掲示 (けいじ), 位置 (いち)
Post meanings in Japanese
郵便 (ゆうびん)
Example:
I sent the letter by post.
私は手紙を郵便で送りました。
The post arrives at noon.
郵便は正午に到着します。
Usage: formalContext: Mailing and delivery situations.
Note: This term refers specifically to the postal service and is commonly used when discussing mail delivery.
投稿 (とうこう)
Example:
I made a post on social media.
私はSNSに投稿しました。
Her blog post was very informative.
彼女のブログの投稿は非常に有益でした。
Usage: informalContext: Social media and online content.
Note: Used in the context of sharing information or content online, such as on blogs or social media platforms.
職位 (しょくい)
Example:
He applied for a post in the company.
彼はその会社の職位に応募しました。
She holds a post as a manager.
彼女はマネージャーという職位に就いています。
Usage: formalContext: Job applications and employment.
Note: This meaning pertains to positions or roles within organizations, often used in business contexts.
掲示 (けいじ)
Example:
The post on the bulletin board was informative.
掲示板の掲示は有益でした。
Please check the post for updates.
更新情報は掲示を確認してください。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Public announcements and notifications.
Note: Refers to notices or announcements made in a public place, such as bulletin boards.
位置 (いち)
Example:
He stood at his post during the event.
彼はイベント中、自分の位置に立っていました。
The soldier remained at his post.
その兵士は自分の位置に留まりました。
Usage: formalContext: Military or security contexts.
Note: This sense of 'post' refers to a specific location or duty, particularly in military terms.
Post's synonyms
publish
To make information available to the public by printing, broadcasting, or posting online.
Example: She published a new article on her blog.
Note: While 'post' can refer to any type of message or content shared online, 'publish' often implies a more formal process of making content available to a wider audience.
share
To distribute or make something known to others.
Example: I shared the link to the event on social media.
Note: Unlike 'post,' 'share' emphasizes the act of distributing information with others rather than simply putting it online.
upload
To transfer data from a local computer to a remote server or network.
Example: Please upload the files to the shared drive.
Note: While 'post' can be more general, 'upload' specifically refers to the action of transferring files or data to a server or online platform.
Post expressions, common phrases
post a letter
To send a letter or package through the postal service for delivery.
Example: I need to post a letter to my friend in another city.
Note: The word 'post' here refers specifically to sending mail.
post on social media
To share or publish content on social media platforms.
Example: She loves to post pictures of her travels on social media.
Note: In this context, 'post' means sharing content online rather than physically mailing something.
poster child
Someone who epitomizes a particular quality, cause, or issue.
Example: She's the poster child for hard work and dedication.
Note: The phrase uses 'poster' metaphorically to refer to a person who represents or symbolizes something.
post-mortem
A review or analysis conducted after an event or project to identify lessons learned or areas for improvement.
Example: We'll have a post-mortem meeting to discuss what went wrong.
Note: In this context, 'post' is used to indicate that the activity occurs after a specific event.
post up
To position oneself in a particular place, often for observation or defense.
Example: The team decided to post up near the entrance to catch the suspect.
Note: The phrase 'post up' implies taking a strategic position for a specific purpose.
post haste
Immediately or with great speed; quickly.
Example: Please send the documents over post haste.
Note: The phrase emphasizes urgency and promptness in completing a task.
postmark
An official mark stamped on mail to indicate the date and location of mailing.
Example: The postmark on the letter showed it was sent last week.
Note: A 'postmark' is the mark stamped on mail by the postal service, indicating when and where it was sent.
post a guard
To assign someone as a sentry or lookout for security or protection.
Example: The soldiers were ordered to post a guard around the perimeter.
Note: Here, 'post' means to station or place a guard in a specific location for surveillance or defense purposes.
Post everyday (slang) expressions
Postpony
A playful way of saying 'postpone'.
Example: I'm feeling a bit tired, can we postpony our meeting until tomorrow?
Note: A more informal and lighthearted way of requesting a delay.
Postie
Short for 'postman' or 'postal worker'.
Example: The postie just delivered a package for you.
Note: A casual and colloquial term for the person who delivers mail.
Postcard from the edge
A reference to living on the edge or experiencing intense situations.
Example: After a rough day at work, I feel like I'm living a postcard from the edge.
Note: A figurative expression likening one's experience to a dramatic or extreme situation.
Postie bike
A small, simple motorbike often used for mail delivery.
Example: I prefer zipping around town on my postie bike.
Note: A specific type of motorbike associated with postal work, especially in Australia.
Post and beam
A construction technique using vertical posts and horizontal beams for support.
Example: I love the rustic look of post and beam architecture.
Note: Refers to a specific style of architecture or construction method.
Postman's knock
A British slang term for a quick romantic encounter or discreet sexual activity.
Example: They shared a few postman's knock before things got serious.
Note: Has a playful or cheeky connotation as opposed to just 'knocking on someone's door.'
Post - Examples
I just made a new post on my blog.
She applied for a post at the university.
I need to go to the post office to send this package.
Post grammar
Post - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: post
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): posts, post
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): post
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): posted
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): posting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): posts
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): post
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): post
Syllables, Separation and Stress
post Contains 1 syllables: post
Phonetic transcription: ˈpōst
post , ˈpōst (The red syllable is stressed)
Post - 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.
post: 1000 - 1100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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