Translation guide
The letter 'L' as used in English, including its pronunciation, use in abbreviations, and representation in Japanese.
Referring to the letter itself, its name, or its shape.
The standard Japanese name for the letter L, borrowed from English.
L is the 12th letter of the alphabet.
Indicating a large size, often in clothing or product sizes.
Used for large size in clothing, drinks, etc. Often written as 'L' alone.
このTシャツのLサイズをください。
Please give me a size L of this T-shirt.
The letter 'L' alone is commonly used on labels and menus.
サイズはS、M、Lがあります。
Sizes are S, M, and L.
Using L as a symbol or abbreviation in technical or everyday contexts.
The Japanese word for liter. The symbol 'L' (or 'ℓ') is commonly used.
1Lの牛乳を買った。
I bought 1 liter of milk.
Means 'left'. Sometimes abbreviated as 'L' in signs or instructions.
Discussing the English 'L' sound, which is difficult for Japanese speakers.
Japanese speakers often approximate the English L with a sound between R and L. To clarify, you can say 'エルの音'.
英語のLの発音は難しいです。
The pronunciation of English L is difficult.
The L button on the elevator is on the left.