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VocabJLPT N1

neighbourhood

Noun

Definitions

1. neighbourhood
2. neighborhood

This noun refers to the area in the vicinity or neighborhood of a particular place. It is often used in expressions meaning "around here" or "in the neighborhood of," and is similar in meaning to 近く or 付近.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I happened to be passing through the neighborhood and heard fireworks.

Sentence 2

I asked, "Is there a good ramen place around here?"

Sentence 3

Ugh, are they doing construction nearby? So loud!

Sentence 4

We'll meet up near the station first and then head over together.

Sentence 5

My friend was like, "How's the safety around here at night?"