VocabJLPT N1
strait
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. channel (e.g. between two land masses)
  2. 2. strait
  3. 3. Strait
A narrow body of water separating two landmasses, connecting two larger bodies of water. It is used in geography to describe straits, such as the one between Japan and Korea, and appears frequently in news and educational contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Due to high waves near the strait, several sailings have been cancelled today.

Sentence 2

The wind shifted and the water in the strait got rough all of a sudden!

Sentence 3

Cross the strait first and wait for me at the inn.

Sentence 4

The strait was calm today — the boat barely moved at all.

Sentence 5

From that observation deck, you get a full view of the strait and the bridge.