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JLPT N3 Intermediate

林

Woods, grove, or a common surname.

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1 Noun

Woods" / "Grove

Describes a cluster of trees that is smaller and lighter than a dense forest, often implying human management.

Example

公園 の 隣 に 小さな 林 が あり ます 。

There is a small woods next to the park.

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2 Proper Noun

Hayashi" (Surname)

A pervasive Japanese family name found throughout the country.

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林
はやし
Woods, grove, or a common surname.
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