Japanese

ちず
Meaning: map
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

地
図

Example sentences

I like walking through new towns while looking at a map.
この地図はとても詳しいので、道に迷うことはない。
This map is very detailed, so you won't get lost.
自分の現在位置を地図で確認する。
Confirm your current location on the map.
地図を広げて、目的地への道を確認した。
I opened the map and checked the route to the destination.
人差し指で地図を指した。
I pointed at the map with my index finger.
地図を見ても、どちらの方角へ進めばいいのか分からなくなった。
Even looking at the map, I became unsure which direction to go.
古い地図を頼りに、村の跡を辿った。
Relying on an old map, I traced the remains of the village.
二つの地図を見比べて、間違いを探した。
I compared the two maps and looked for mistakes.
地図にはところどころ間違いがある。
There are mistakes here and there on the map.
地図を三色で塗り分ける。
Color the map with three colors.

Usage Notes

Refers to a representation of an area of land or sea showing physical features, cities, roads, etc.

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