Japanese

じもと
Meaning: hometown; local; home area
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

十年ぶりに地元に帰った。
I returned to my hometown for the first time in ten years.
大学を卒業して、地元の会社に就職した。
After graduating from university, I got a job at a local company.
この前、久しぶりに地元の友達に会った。
I met a friend from my hometown the other day after a long time.
私の記事が地元の新聞に載った
My article appeared in the local newspaper.
彼は地元の消防団に所属している。
He belongs to the local fire brigade.

Usage Notes

Refers to the place where one was born or raised, or the area where something is currently happening.

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