Yukimoji - Learn Japanese

VocabJLPT N2

volcano

Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. volcano
2. Volcano

Refers to a volcano, a mountain or geological formation through which lava, ash, and gases can erupt. Japan has many of these due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire, making this a commonly used word.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I had no idea volcanic rock layers had this many stripes!

Sentence 2

"The soil around here is volcanic, so the vegetables are sweet," the farmer said.

Sentence 3

My boss said, "Volcanic ash might ground the planes."

Sentence 4

His smile is like a quiet volcano — honestly kind of unsettling.

Sentence 5

"Volcanoes are so powerful," the child gasped.