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VocabJLPT N2

shrine

Noun

Definitions

1. shrine
2. palace
3. Imperial prince

Refers to a palace, shrine, or imperial residence, often associated with royalty or Shinto worship. It appears in place names and historical contexts, and can also be used as a respectful title for members of the imperial family.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Someday I want to stand at that shrine again and make the same wish.

Sentence 2

Just how many steps does the shrine staircase have?

Sentence 3

Before I knew it, the purification fountain at the shrine had been replaced.

Sentence 4

For some reason, I can't bring myself to lie in front of the shrine.

Sentence 5

If we're going anyway, let's time it for the shrine festival!