コート

The word "コート" is a loanword with two distinct meanings depending on the context: an outer garment (from English "coat") and a sports area (from English "court"). In spoken Japanese, the meaning is almost always clear from the context, but in writing, they are indistinguishable as they use the same katakana characters.

When referring to clothing, "コート" specifically refers to long outer garments worn over other clothes for warmth or protection from rain. It is distinct from "上着" (uwagi), which is a broader term for any jacket or top layer. While a "コート" is typically long (extending below the hips), a "ジャケット" (jacket) is shorter.

When referring to sports, "コート" is used for specific games like tennis, basketball, or volleyball. It describes the designated playing surface. It is important to note that for sports like soccer or rugby, the term "ピッチ" (pitch) or "グラウンド" (ground) is used instead of "コート".