VocabJLPT N1
ruin
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. ruin
  2. 2. destruction
This word describes a state of ruin, devastation, or desolation, often referring to land, buildings, or society that has fallen into decay. It can be used to describe war-torn areas or neglected places.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I wonder how the fields ended up so neglected.

Sentence 2

Even if the town falls to ruin, the memories remain.

Sentence 3

Wait, even that park has fallen into decay?!

Sentence 4

Even so, I want to pull myself out of these ruined days.

Sentence 5

The news broadcast footage of the town devastated by flooding.