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JLPT N3 Intermediate

北国

Northern regions or provinces, typically characterized by cold winters and snow.

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Noun

The North" / "Northern Regions

Specifies a northern region known for cold climates, often implying the 東北 (とうほく) or 北海道 (ほっかいどう) areas in Japan.

Example

私 は 北国 で 育った ので 、 雪 に は 慣れて います 。

I grew up in the north, so I'm used to snow.

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北国
きたぐに, ほっこく
Northern regions or provinces, typically characterized by cold winters and snow.
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