signal

🇺🇸 /ˈsɪɡnəl/ 🇬🇧 /ˈsɪɡnəl/
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タグ TOP3000Oxford3000CEFR-B2
noun
B1

A gesture or sound made to communicate information or instructions.

The coach gave a signal for the team to start the play.

コーチはチームにプレーを開始する信号を出した。

B1

A device using lights to control traffic, especially on roads and railways.

The train came to a halt due to a signal failure.

信号障害のために列車が停止しました。

B2

An electromagnetic wave that conveys sounds, images, or messages to a receiver.

The radio picked up a weak signal from the distant station.

ラジオは遠くの局からの弱い信号を拾った。

B2

An indication or hint that suggests the existence or likelihood of something.

The smoke was a signal that there was a fire nearby.

煙は近くに火事があるという信号でした。

verb
B1

To communicate information or instructions using a gesture or sound.

The guard signaled to us that the gate was open.

ガードが私たちにゲートが開いていることを合図しました。

R

To indicate a change in direction of a vehicle by using lights or hand signals.

You must signal before you change lanes on the highway.

高速道路で車線を変える前に合図が必要です。

R

To be a sign or indication of something.

The decline in sales signals a problem with the product.

売上高の減少は製品の問題を示しています。

R

To express one's feelings or intentions in a subtle way.

She signaled her approval by nodding her head.

彼女は頷きで同意を示しました。

adjective
R

Having a significant meaning or impact.

The election results were a signal victory for the party.

選挙結果は当党にとって明白な勝利でした。

translation

n. 信号, 信号機
v. 信号を出す, 信号を出すこと, 示す, 表現する
adj. 示す

語形変化

3rd Present signals
Past signaled
Perfect signaled
Progressive signaling
Plural signals