JLPT N4 Elementary
島
Island; also slang for a territory or turf.
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Other forms
嶋 rare kanji
シマ katakana form for slang meaning
1 Noun
Island
Designates a landmass entirely surrounded by water, distinct from a continent.
Example
夏休み に 沖縄 の 小さな 島 へ 旅行 しました 。
I traveled to a small island in Okinawa during summer vacation.
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2 Noun
Territory / Turf (Slang)
Refers to an exclusive territory or sphere of influence controlled by an organization.
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