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希少

Rare, scarce, or existing in small numbers.

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稀少 less common kanji
Noun, Na-adjective

Rare / Scarce

Refers to something existing in extremely limited quantities, often implying high market or scientific value due to that scarcity.

Example

この 地域 の 希少 な 植物 を 保護 する 活動 を して い ます 。

I'm involved in activities to protect the rare plants in this region.

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希少
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Rare, scarce, or existing in small numbers.
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