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VocabJLPT N1

both countries

Noun

Definitions

1. both countries
2. Ryōgoku (area of Tokyo)

This noun means "both countries" and is used when referring to two nations together, typically in the context of diplomatic relations, trade, or shared history. It is a common word in news and formal writing when discussing bilateral relationships between two specific countries.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The teacher wrote on the board: "The relationship between the two countries is complicated."

Sentence 2

If we revised the agreement, do you think both countries would be satisfied?

Sentence 3

He said he got the sense walking around the city that "young people from both countries are alike."

Sentence 4

He said flat-out, "The differences between the two countries are what make them interesting."

Sentence 5

Wait, the representatives from both countries are the same age?