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VocabJLPT N1

canyon

Noun

Definitions

1. valley (with a river running through it)
2. gorge

This noun refers to a valley with steep walls formed by a river or stream, often found in mountainous areas. It is used in geography and nature contexts and often evokes images of dramatic, scenic landscapes.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Alright, let me retie my shoelaces at the entrance to the gorge.

Sentence 2

On the day, we'll be running hazard prediction drills on the gorge trail.

Sentence 3

There's something about the bottom of a gorge that feels like it could just swallow you up — it's a little scary.

Sentence 4

"Touch the rocks in the gorge — they're cold!" the child said.

Sentence 5

The prefecture has lifted the access restrictions around the gorge.