Japanese

ちいき
Meaning: region; area; territory
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

地
域

Example sentences

In this region, a lot of snow falls in winter.
彼は地域のボランティア活動に積極的に参加している。
He is actively participating in local volunteer activities.
この地域で大きな地震が発生した。
A large earthquake occurred in this area.
空港とその周辺地域の開発が進んでいる
The development of the airport and its surrounding areas is progressing.
観光は地域社会に多くの利益をもたらす。
Tourism brings many benefits to local communities.
この地域は急速に都市化が進んでいる。
Urbanization is progressing rapidly in this region.
この地域では、古くから美味しい日本酒を造っている。
In this region, they have been brewing delicious sake since ancient times.
この地域には末寺数百寺がある。
There are hundreds of branch temples in this region.
彼は地域のボランティア活動に大きく貢献した。
He contributed greatly to local volunteer activities.
この地域は医療設備が充実している。
This region has well-equipped medical facilities.

Usage Notes

A formal term for a specific area or district with distinct boundaries or shared characteristics.

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