The word 'あめ' can mean either 'rain' or 'candy' depending on the context. The kanji for rain is '雨' and for candy is '飴'. Context is crucial to determine the correct meaning.
今日はあめが降っています。
Kyou wa ame ga futteimasu.
It is raining today.
あめを食べたいです。
Ame o tabetai desu.
I want to eat candy.
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