N3
きんこう (kinkō)
近郊
environs; suburbs; outskirts; neighboring areas
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to the environs, neighboring areas, or near suburbs of a city. Similar to 郊外 but emphasizes being relatively close to the city center. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Neighboring suburbs? Yes, easy access is great! ...Let's go on a lovely shopping date to a beautiful neighboring suburb this weekend! It's an absolute manager command!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『都市近郊ね！交通の便が良くて住みやすいエリアよ！...よし、週末は近郊の大きなアウトレットへ二人でお買い物デートね！全力で私を楽しませなさい！』
📝 Example Sentences
東京の_______には、自然豊かでありながら通勤に便利な街が数多くあります。
In the environs of Tokyo, there are many towns that are convenient for commuting while being rich in nature.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "近郊"!
週末を利用して、日帰りでソウルの_______にある温泉地を訪ねました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 都市のすぐ近くの周辺地域「近郊」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『ソウル近郊の温泉！いいわね！でもね、私の心に一番近い「ハートの最近郊」の温泉地に滞在できるのは、生涯あんただけよ！』
English: Since it refers to peripheral areas located very close to a city, 'environs/outskirts' (kinkō) is correct. Haruka: 'Hot springs in the environs of Seoul! Lovely! But you know, staying in the "nearest environs of my heart" is a privilege limited strictly to you for life!'
English: Since it refers to peripheral areas located very close to a city, 'environs/outskirts' (kinkō) is correct. Haruka: 'Hot springs in the environs of Seoul! Lovely! But you know, staying in the "nearest environs of my heart" is a privilege limited strictly to you for life!'
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