幹線
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Noun meaning 'main line' or 'trunk line', commonly used for railways or roads. Example: 『幹線道路』 (kansen douro, 'main road') or 『新幹線』 (shinkansen, 'bullet train').
Theme
On a train platform, User and their colleague Yamada discuss commuting routes and transportation options.
幹線
かんせん
main line / trunk line
Locations & NavigationTransport & Stations
Memory Hook
Think of a 'main line' as the 'can' that holds everything together. 'Can' sounds like the start of 『幹線』 (kansen, 'main line') — imagine a 'can' full of train tracks forming the main line!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『幹線』 (kansen, 'main line') refers to major railway lines like the 『東海道新幹線』 (toukaidou shinkansen, 'Tokaido Shinkansen') that connect major cities. These lines are crucial for transportation and are often featured in travel guides and media.
Forms
Base: 幹線Noun meaning 'main line' or 'trunk line', commonly used for railways or roads. Example: 『幹線道路』 (kansen douro, 'main road') or 『新幹線』 (shinkansen, 'bullet train').