列島
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Noun referring to a group of islands arranged in a line or chain. Used in geographical contexts, often as part of compound terms like 『日本列島』 (Nihon Rettou, 'Japanese archipelago').
Theme
During a geography class, User and their classmate Ken discuss Japan's geography while looking at a map.
列島
れっとう
chain of islands
Locations & NavigationGeography & Landmarks
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'chain' of islands linked together like a necklace. '列島' (rettou, 'chain of islands') sounds like 'let's tow' — as if you could tow the islands in a chain!
Cultural Note
Japan is often referred to as 『日本列島』 (Nihon Rettou, 'Japanese archipelago'), highlighting its geography as a chain of islands. This term is common in geography and news reports about natural phenomena like earthquakes or typhoons affecting the islands.
Forms
Base: 列島Noun referring to a group of islands arranged in a line or chain. Used in geographical contexts, often as part of compound terms like 『日本列島』 (Nihon Rettou, 'Japanese archipelago').