N2
きょうど (kyōdo)
郷土
homeland, native place, local region
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to one's birthplace, hometown, or the region one identifies as their home. Often carries a sense of nostalgia or belonging, sometimes used in official or educational contexts.
📝 Example Sentences
郷土の歴史を学ぶ授業がある。
There's a class where we learn about the history of our local region.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "郷土"!
彼は_______を愛し、その発展のために尽力した。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 生まれた土地や育った土地、親しみのある土地を「郷土」と言います。
English: '郷土' (kyōdo) refers to the land where one was born, raised, or feels familiar with.
English: '郷土' (kyōdo) refers to the land where one was born, raised, or feels familiar with.
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