火山
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Noun meaning 'volcano'. It is a compound of 『火』 (hi, 'fire') and 『山』 (yama, 'mountain'), so it literally translates to 'fire mountain'. Used in contexts like 『火山が噴火する』 (kazan ga funka suru, 'the volcano erupts').
Theme
During a geography class, User and their classmate Sakura talk about natural disasters and volcanic activity.
火山
かざん
volcano
Nature & EnvironmentNatural Phenomena
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'fire mountain' erupting with lava. In Japanese, 『火山』 (kazan, 'volcano') literally means 'fire' (火) + 'mountain' (山) — a perfect visual for a volcano!
Cultural Note
Japan is home to many active volcanoes, such as Mount Fuji (富士山), which is a famous symbol of the country. Volcanoes are often featured in Japanese art, literature, and festivals, reflecting their cultural and geological significance.
Forms
Base: 火山Noun meaning 'volcano'. It is a compound of 『火』 (hi, 'fire') and 『山』 (yama, 'mountain'), so it literally translates to 'fire mountain'. Used in contexts like 『火山が噴火する』 (kazan ga funka suru, 'the volcano erupts').