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VocabJLPT N1

route

Noun

Definitions

1. route (bus, train, air, etc.)
2. line
3. line (taken by a group, organization, etc.)

This noun refers to a route or line, such as a bus or train route, but it can also mean a policy direction or course of action taken by a person or organization. For example, a political party might be said to maintain or change its ideological direction using this word.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The prefecture has begun acquiring land to develop the new route.

Sentence 2

I told the new hire, "Please start by learning the main routes."

Sentence 3

I happened to take a line that passed right by my hometown.

Sentence 4

He always tends to play it safe in life.

Sentence 5

An announcement came on saying "this line will be delayed due to construction."