半島
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Noun meaning 'peninsula'. Literally combines 『半』 (han, 'half') and 『島』 (tō, 'island'), describing land jutting into water. Used in geography and place names.
Theme
User and their friend Aya are planning a summer trip and discussing potential destinations.
半島
はんとう
peninsula
Locations & NavigationGeography & Landmarks
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'half island' — a peninsula is land surrounded by water on three sides, like half an island. 'Half island' → 半島 (hantō, 'peninsula').
Cultural Note
Japan is an archipelago, but peninsulas like the Izu Peninsula (『伊豆半島』 Izu-hantō) are popular for tourism, hot springs, and scenic coastlines.
Forms
Base: 半島Noun meaning 'peninsula'. Literally combines 『半』 (han, 'half') and 『島』 (tō, 'island'), describing land jutting into water. Used in geography and place names.