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高台
takadai
Description
「高台」は、まわりよりも高くなっている土地のことです。
"高台" means land that is higher than the surrounding area.
高台にある家は、けしきがよく見えて、水があふれても安全なことが多いです。
Houses on a 高台 often have good views and are safe even if water overflows.
Meanings
高台takadai
high ground; elevated land or plateau
高台から町がよく見えます。
You can see the town well from the hill.
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Notes
- Etymology
高 (high) + 台 (stand, platform) — literally a raised piece of land.
- Nuance
often mentioned as a safe place from floods or tsunami; also prized for good views.
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