Japanese

きこく
Meaning: return to one's country; repatriation
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

帰
国

Example sentences

I will return to Japan next month.
彼は十年前、海外へ行った。それ以来、一度も帰国していない。
He went abroad ten years ago. Since then, he hasn't returned once.
帰国の際に、お土産を買いました。
I bought souvenirs when I returned to my country.
彼は長期にわたる海外出張から帰国した。
He returned from a long-term overseas business trip.
父は大使館での駐在を終え、帰国した。
My father finished his posting at the embassy and returned home.
帰国に際して、お世話になった方々へ挨拶に回った。
Upon returning to my home country, I went around to greet those who had taken care of me.
彼は千山万水を越えて帰国した
He crossed thousands of mountains and rivers and returned to his country.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for returning to one's home country after being abroad.

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