Japanese

とかい
Meaning: city; metropolis; urban area
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

都
会

Example sentences

It's hard to get used to city life.
休日は都会を離れて、豊かな自然を満喫した。
On my days off, I leave the city and fully enjoy the rich nature.
都会の刺激的な生活に憧れている。
I long for the stimulating life of the city.
都会に比べ、田舎は空気がきれいだ。
Compared to the city, the countryside has clean air.
彼は都会よりも田舎で暮らすことを好む。
He prefers living in the countryside over the city.
夏休みは都会を離れて、静かな地方で過ごした。
I spent my summer vacation in a quiet rural area away from the city.
都会での暮らしにも、ようやく慣れてきた。
I've finally gotten used to life in the city.
都会の生活に疲れて、田舎に引っ越した。
I got tired of city life and moved to the countryside.
彼は都会での孤独な生活に慣れている。
He is used to a lonely life in the city.
都会の片隅で静かに暮らす。
Living quietly in a corner of the city.

Usage Notes

Refers to a place with a large population and developed commerce/culture.

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