Japanese

たんけんか
Meaning: explorer
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

探
検
家

Example sentences

He is a famous explorer who has traveled to the Arctic Circle many times.
探検家は洞窟の中で秘宝を探した。
The explorer searched for the hidden treasure in the cave.
探検家たちは、何十年も放置されていた古い坑道へと足を踏み入れた。
The explorers stepped into an old mine shaft that had been abandoned for decades.
探検家は乾端坤倪を極めるために過酷な旅に出た
The explorer set out on a harsh journey to reach the ends of the earth.

Usage Notes

Refers to a person who explores unfamiliar areas, often for scientific or discovery purposes.

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