N2
ひとどおり (hitodoori)
人通り
pedestrian traffic, passersby
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to the number of people passing by a specific location. Often used with 多い (ooi) or 少ない (sukunai). (ある場所を行き交う人の数。主に「人通りが多い」「少ない」のように使う)
📝 Example Sentences
この道は人通りが多いので、夜でも安心だ。
This street has a lot of pedestrian traffic, so it's safe even at night.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "人通り"!
ここは夜になると_______が少なくなるので、少し怖い。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 夜に「怖い」と感じるのは、「人通り」（通行人）が少ないためです。
English: Feeling 'scared' at night is due to 'hitodoori' (pedestrian traffic) being scarce.
English: Feeling 'scared' at night is due to 'hitodoori' (pedestrian traffic) being scarce.
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