N2
ほうぼう (hōbō)
方々
everywhere, here and there, in various directions, various people
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can refer to multiple places or directions ('everywhere', 'all over the place') or multiple people ('various people', 'many people'). When referring to people, it often implies seeking help or information from many different individuals.
📝 Example Sentences
彼は旅行で日本の方々を訪れた。
He visited various places all over Japan on his trip.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "方々"!
行方不明の猫を探して、村の_______を歩き回った。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「方々」は、あちこちの場所を意味します。
English: 'Hōbō' means 'various places' or 'all over'.
English: 'Hōbō' means 'various places' or 'all over'.
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