Yukimoji - Learn Japanese

VocabJLPT N1

Ruins

Noun

Definitions

1. ruins (of a building, town, etc.)
2. remains
3. Ruins

This word describes a building or place that has been abandoned and has fallen into a state of ruin or decay. It is often used in literature, games, and photography to evoke a haunting or desolate atmosphere.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I turned at the intersection and suddenly the ruins were right there.

Sentence 2

I came across some ruins while traveling and stopped to take photos.

Sentence 3

My senpai told me to stay away from the ruins because they're dangerous.

Sentence 4

"This isn't ruins — it's history," he insisted.

Sentence 5

"It's like the walls of the ruins are weeping," she said.