VocabJLPT N2
wreckage
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. ruins
  2. 2. wreckage
This noun refers to the wreckage or remains of something that has been destroyed, such as a crashed vehicle, collapsed building, or sunken ship. It carries a somewhat dramatic or somber tone and is often used in news reports or descriptive writing.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"So who's cleaning up this mess?"

Sentence 2

The wreck of that boat at the bottom of the park pond — are they ever going to pull it out?

Sentence 3

There are metal remains left in this warehouse — would you like them disposed of?

Sentence 4

I never expected to find machine parts scattered under the desk!

Sentence 5

If there's still debris left in the warehouse, can you send me photos?