Japanese

きこうへんどう
Meaning: climate change
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

気
候
変
動

Example sentences

Climate change caused by global warming is having a serious impact on ecosystems.
各国の首脳が気候変動について話し合うために集まった。
The leaders of various nations gathered to discuss climate change.
この現象は気候変動の影響だと考えられる。
This phenomenon is thought to be an effect of climate change.
気候変動の深刻さについて、科学者たちは警鐘を鳴らしている
Scientists are sounding the alarm about the seriousness of climate change.
気候変動により、アフリカの一部で砂漠化が進んでいる。
Desertification is progressing in parts of Africa due to climate change.

Usage Notes

Refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns.

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