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VocabJLPT N2

cedar

Noun

Definitions

1. Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)
2. Cryptomeria

This noun refers to the Japanese cedar tree, a tall evergreen that is extremely common across Japan. It is culturally significant as a source of timber and is also well known as the primary cause of seasonal pollen allergies that affect many Japanese people in spring.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wow, the rings on a cedar tree are so fine!

Sentence 2

"Do you want a pillow that smells like cedar?" he asked.

Sentence 3

Why do I only hate cedar so much in spring?!

Sentence 4

Now then, the cedar reforestation program will continue into the next fiscal year.

Sentence 5

At the shrine early in the morning, the cedar leaves were glistening with dew.