山
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Noun referring to a mountain. Can be used alone or in compound words. Example: 『あの山は高いです』 (ano yama wa takai desu, 'That mountain is tall').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are planning a weekend hiking trip and discussing potential destinations.
山
やま
mountain
Nature & EnvironmentNatural Phenomena
Memory Hook
Picture a majestic mountain shaped like the letter 'Y' — it's a 『山』 (yama, 'mountain'). 'Yama' starts with 'Y' for 'yes, that's a mountain!'
Cultural Note
Mountains hold deep cultural significance in Japan, with many considered sacred in Shinto and Buddhist traditions. Famous ones like 『富士山』 (Fujisan, 'Mount Fuji') are symbols of natural beauty and national pride.
Forms
Base: 山Noun referring to a mountain. Can be used alone or in compound words. Example: 『あの山は高いです』 (ano yama wa takai desu, 'That mountain is tall').