環境
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Base noun form. Refers to the natural environment or surrounding conditions. Often used in phrases like 『環境問題』 (kankyou mondai, 'environmental issues') or 『学習環境』 (gakushuu kankyou, 'learning environment').
Theme
In a university seminar, User discusses environmental issues with their professor, Dr. Tanaka.
環境
かんきょう
environment / circumstance
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'can' (環境 kankyou sounds like 'can you') that holds the environment — 'Can you protect the environment?' → 環境 (kankyou, 'environment').
Cultural Note
In Japan, environmental awareness is high, and terms like 『環境保護』 (kankyou hogo, 'environmental protection') are common in media and education. The concept of 『もったいない』 (mottainai, 'waste not') reflects a cultural emphasis on sustainability.
Forms
Base: 環境Base noun form. Refers to the natural environment or surrounding conditions. Often used in phrases like 『環境問題』 (kankyou mondai, 'environmental issues') or 『学習環境』 (gakushuu kankyou, 'learning environment').