Japanese

くにじゅう
Meaning: all over the country; throughout the nation
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

国
中

Example sentences

The news spread throughout the country in the blink of an eye.
そのニュースは国中を揺るがす大事件となった。
That news became a major incident that shook the whole country.
疫病が国中に広まった。
The epidemic spread throughout the country.
彼の武勇は、国中に知れ渡っている。
His military prowess is known throughout the country.
彼ら兄弟は轅門二竜と称えられ、その武勇は国中に知れ渡った。
The brothers were praised as the 'Two Dragons of the Camp,' and their bravery became known throughout the nation.
皇后の清廉な人徳は関助之化として、国中に広まった。
The Empress's pure and virtuous character spread throughout the country as a model of virtuous influence.

Usage Notes

Refers to the entire area or population of a country.

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