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curtain

/ˈkɜːrtn/

A curtain is a piece of hanging cloth used to cover a window or a door. Its main purpose is to block light, provide privacy, or decorate a room.

例文

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1

Please close the curtain so the sun doesn't hit my eyes.

Please shut the window covering so the sunlight does not bother my vision.

2

The heavy velvet curtains provide excellent insulation for the grand hall.

The thick fabric window coverings offer great temperature control for the large room.

3

Can you pull the curtains? It's getting dark.

Could you close the window fabrics? It is becoming nighttime.

語族

名詞
curtain
Verb
curtain
形容詞
curtained
関連
drapery
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覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'curtain' as something that 'covers' the window. Both words start with the letter 'C'.

クイックテスト

It is very bright outside; please close the ______.

正解!

正解は: curtain

例文

1

Please close the curtain so the sun doesn't hit my eyes.

everyday

Please shut the window covering so the sunlight does not bother my vision.

2

The heavy velvet curtains provide excellent insulation for the grand hall.

formal

The thick fabric window coverings offer great temperature control for the large room.

3

Can you pull the curtains? It's getting dark.

informal

Could you close the window fabrics? It is becoming nighttime.

4

Research suggests that heavy curtains can significantly reduce noise pollution in urban environments.

academic

Studies show that thick window coverings can lower the amount of city noise inside.

5

We need to order fire-resistant curtains for the new office building.

business

We must purchase safety-rated window fabrics for the corporate facility.

語族

名詞
curtain
Verb
curtain
形容詞
curtained
関連
drapery

よく使う組み合わせ

draw the curtains to pull curtains open or closed
shower curtain a waterproof screen for a bathtub
curtain rod the pole used to hang a curtain
a pair of curtains two matching pieces of fabric for one window
lace curtains delicate, decorative see-through curtains

よく使うフレーズ

the final curtain

the end of something, especially a career or life

curtain call

when performers return to the stage to be cheered

behind the curtain

in secret or out of public view

よく混同される語

curtain vs blinds

Curtains are made of soft fabric, while blinds are usually made of hard slats like wood or plastic.

curtain vs drapes

Drapes are usually heavier, lined, and more formal than standard curtains.

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使い方のコツ

In everyday English, people often use the plural 'curtains' because windows usually have two pieces of fabric meeting in the middle.

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よくある間違い

Learners sometimes use the singular 'curtain' when they should use the plural 'curtains' for a standard window setup.

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覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'curtain' as something that 'covers' the window. Both words start with the letter 'C'.

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語源

From the Old French 'cortine', which comes from Late Latin 'cortina', meaning an enclosure or a hanging screen.

文法パターン

countable noun plural: curtains often used with verbs: draw, pull, close, open
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文化的な背景

In Western theater, the 'raising of the curtain' is a symbol for the start of a story or performance.

クイックテスト

It is very bright outside; please close the ______.

正解!

正解は: curtain

Homeの関連語

dining room

A1

A specific room in a house or building used primarily for eating meals. It usually contains a large table and several chairs for family members and guests.

garage

A1

A garage is a building or a part of a house where you keep cars or other vehicles to protect them. It can also be a place where a mechanic repairs cars or where people sell fuel.

basement

A1

A basement is the lowest floor of a building, usually located partly or completely underground. It is commonly used for storage, laundry, or as an extra living space in a home.

balcony

A1

A balcony is an outdoor platform that is attached to the upper floor of a building. It is usually surrounded by a low wall or railing for safety and is used for sitting or looking at the view.

porch

A1

A porch is a covered structure attached to the entrance of a building. It typically has a roof and serves as a space to sit outside while being protected from rain or direct sun.

drawer

A1

A drawer is a sliding, box-shaped container that is part of a piece of furniture like a desk or a dresser. It is used to store things like clothes, papers, or tools and can be pulled out to reach what is inside.

fridge

A1

A fridge is a large kitchen appliance used to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh for longer. It is the shortened, most common name for a refrigerator used in daily life.

stove

A1

A stove is a large piece of kitchen equipment used for cooking food. It provides heat through burners on the top or an enclosed space called an oven.

microwave

A1

A microwave is a common kitchen appliance used to cook or heat food very quickly using electromagnetic waves. It is mostly used for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen items, or making quick meals.

washing machine

A1

A washing machine is a large household appliance used to wash clothes, towels, and linens automatically. It uses water, detergent, and mechanical action to clean fabrics during different timed cycles.

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