VocabJLPT N3
hometown
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. hometown
  2. 2. birthplace
This noun means "hometown" or "birthplace," referring to the place where one was born or grew up and feels a deep sense of belonging to. It often carries a nostalgic and emotional feeling. It is frequently used in literature, songs, and personal stories about one's roots.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The mountain I saw from the train window looked just like my hometown.

Sentence 2

Then again, thinking about my hometown sometimes makes my chest ache.

Sentence 3

Wait, they renovated the station back home? I want to see it!

Sentence 4

If I have time, I'd also like to visit my grandfather back home.

Sentence 5

I found myself murmuring, "I want to go home."