イケ

This is the 1723rd most frequent Japanese word.

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イケ

"イケ" means "pond" in English.


In this sentence, "池" (ike) means "pond" and is used as a noun to describe the place where the koi are swimming.

その池には美しい鯉が泳いでいます。

In that pond, beautiful koi are swimming.


Here, "池" again refers to "pond" but is part of a phrase suggesting going to a specific location.

今週末、山へ池に行きますか?

Are you going to the pond near the mountain this weekend?


In this context, "イケな" is used as a casual adjective meaning "attractive" or "stylish," modifying "池" to describe a favorable impression of the pond being built.

あの庭にイケな池が造られています。

An attractive pond is being constructed in that garden.