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castle

/ˈkæsəl/

A castle is a large, strong building built in the past by a ruler or important person to protect the people inside from attack. It usually has thick stone walls, high towers, and sometimes a water-filled ditch called a moat.

例文

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1

We visited a beautiful castle during our vacation in Scotland.

We visited a beautiful castle during our vacation in Scotland.

2

The historical society maintains the castle for public tours.

The historical society maintains the castle for public tours.

3

Look at that huge castle on the hill!

Look at that huge castle on the hill!

語族

名詞
castle
Verb
castle
形容詞
castled
関連
castellated
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覚え方のコツ

Imagine a King (K) sitting on a Castle (C) wall. The 't' in the middle of the word is like a hidden sword that is silent so enemies do not hear him.

クイックテスト

The king and queen live in a large ____.

正解!

正解は: castle

例文

1

We visited a beautiful castle during our vacation in Scotland.

everyday

We visited a beautiful castle during our vacation in Scotland.

2

The historical society maintains the castle for public tours.

formal

The historical society maintains the castle for public tours.

3

Look at that huge castle on the hill!

informal

Look at that huge castle on the hill!

4

Castles served as both residential homes and military fortifications in the Middle Ages.

academic

Castles served as both residential homes and military fortifications in the Middle Ages.

5

The company chose a medieval castle for their annual conference.

business

The company chose a medieval castle for their annual conference.

語族

名詞
castle
Verb
castle
形容詞
castled
関連
castellated

よく使う組み合わせ

medieval castle medieval castle
sand castle sand castle
royal castle royal castle
castle ruins castle ruins
build a castle build a castle

よく使うフレーズ

a man's home is his castle

a person's house is their private place where they can do what they want

castles in the air

dreams or plans that are impossible or unlikely to happen

build sandcastles

to make structures out of sand on a beach

よく混同される語

castle vs palace

A palace is a grand home for royalty, while a castle is built specifically for defense and protection.

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使い方のコツ

Use 'castle' when referring to old stone buildings with defenses like walls and towers. In chess, it is also a special move involving the king and the rook.

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よくある間違い

Learners often forget the 't' is silent (/ˈkæsəl/). Some may call any large old house a 'castle' even if it was not built for defense.

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覚え方のコツ

Imagine a King (K) sitting on a Castle (C) wall. The 't' in the middle of the word is like a hidden sword that is silent so enemies do not hear him.

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語源

From the Latin word 'castellum', which means 'a fortified place'.

文法パターン

Plural form: castles It is a countable noun Commonly used with adjectives like 'medieval', 'ancient', or 'ruined'
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文化的な背景

In Europe, castles are iconic landmarks that represent the history of the Middle Ages and are popular tourist destinations.

クイックテスト

The king and queen live in a large ____.

正解!

正解は: castle

Travelの関連語

ship

A1

A large boat used for carrying passengers or goods across deep water like oceans and seas. Ships are much bigger than boats and are designed for long-distance travel.

station

A1

A station is a designated place where trains or buses regularly stop to allow passengers to get on or off. It can also refer to a building or facility used for a specific purpose, such as a police station or a radio station.

passport

A1

A passport is an official government document that identifies you as a citizen of a particular country. It is necessary for traveling to other countries and serves as proof of identity at international borders.

suitcase

A1

A suitcase is a large, rectangular container with a handle and often wheels, used for carrying clothes and personal items while traveling. It is designed to be carried by hand or rolled through airports and stations.

driver

A1

A person who operates a motor vehicle, such as a car, bus, or truck. They are responsible for controlling the vehicle's speed and direction while traveling on the road.

bed

A1

A piece of furniture that you sleep on, typically consisting of a mattress on a frame. In the context of travel, it refers to the sleeping accommodation provided in a hotel or hostel.

check-out

A1

The act of leaving a hotel or similar place after paying the bill and returning the room key. It can also refer to the area in a store where you pay for your items.

floor

A1

The flat bottom surface of a room that people walk on. It also refers to a specific level or story within a building, such as the ground floor or the fifth floor.

towel

A1

A piece of thick absorbent cloth or paper used for drying your body or a surface. It is a common household item and an essential travel accessory for the beach or bathroom.

island

A1

An island is a piece of land that is completely surrounded by water on all sides. It can be located in an ocean, sea, lake, or river and is smaller than a continent.

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