Japanese

こうど
Meaning: high-degree; advanced; altitude
Part of Speech: Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

高
度

Example sentences

Advanced technology is used in this product.
現代の工場では、効率を高めるために高度な機械が導入されている。
In modern factories, advanced machines are introduced to improve efficiency.
彼は数年かけて、ついに高度な技術をものにした。
He spent several years and finally mastered advanced technology.
飛行機は強い上昇気流に乗って、一気に高度を上げた。
The airplane caught a strong updraft and gained altitude all at once.
団塊の世代は、日本の高度経済成長を支えた。
The baby boomer generation supported Japan's high economic growth.
真贋を甄別するには、高度な専門知識が必要だ。
To distinguish between genuine and fake, advanced specialized knowledge is required.

Usage Notes

As an adjectival noun, it describes a high level or degree. As a noun, it refers to altitude above sea level.

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