Japanese

かんきょう
Meaning: environment; surroundings; circumstances
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

環
境

Example sentences

Our actions are greatly influenced by the environment we grew up in.
環境を守るために、できることをすべきだ。
To protect the environment, we should do what we can.
新しい環境にもようやく慣れてきました。
I've finally gotten used to the new environment.
私たちは環境を守るために、もっと努力すべきです。
We should make more effort to protect the environment.
地球温暖化は環境に対する大きな脅威です。
Global warming is a major threat to the environment.
良好な人間関係を築くことは、快適な職場環境を作るために不可欠だ。
Building good relationships is essential for creating a comfortable workplace environment.
新しい環境でも、なんとかやっていけそうだ。
It seems like I can somehow manage even in a new environment.
今回の会議のテーマは環境問題です。
The theme of this meeting is environmental issues.
彼を取り巻く環境は厳しい。
The environment surrounding him is harsh.
彼は長年、環境保護活動に携わっている。
He has been involved in environmental protection activities for many years.

Usage Notes

Refers to both the natural environment and social/cultural surroundings.

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