N2
くうどう (kūdō)
空洞
hollow, cavity, hole (physical void)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a physical empty space or cavity within an object or structure. It can be used literally (e.g., inside a tree or tooth) or sometimes metaphorically for a profound lack of something concrete, but primarily describes a physical void.
📝 Example Sentences
その木の幹には大きな空洞があり、動物の住処となっていた。
There was a large hollow in the trunk of that tree, serving as an animal's dwelling.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "空洞"!
虫歯が進行して歯に大きな_______ができてしまった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 虫歯によって歯にできる「穴」や「くぼみ」は「空洞」が適切です。
English: The 'hole' or 'cavity' formed in a tooth due to tooth decay is appropriately called 'kūdō' (hollow/cavity).
English: The 'hole' or 'cavity' formed in a tooth due to tooth decay is appropriately called 'kūdō' (hollow/cavity).
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