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領域
ryouiki
Description
「領域」は、ある物や考えが広がっている場所や、専門の分野を表す言葉です。
"領域" refers to a place where something or an idea extends, or a specialized field.
仕事や勉強、科学の話などで、少しかたい場面によく使われます。
It is often used in somewhat formal contexts like work, study, or science.
Meanings
領域ryouiki
field, area, or domain of activity or study
それは私の専門の領域です。
That is my area of expertise.
領域ryouiki
territory; region under someone's control
その動物は自分の領域を守ります。
The animal defends its territory.
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Notes
- Etymology
領 (to rule/domain) + 域 (bounded area/zone), literally a 'controlled zone'.
- Nuance
More abstract and formal than 分野; often used for expertise, science, or claimed space.
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