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“archaeology” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikōkogaku

Example

彼は考古学に興味があります。kare wa kō ko gaku ni kyō mi ga a ri ma su

He is interested in archaeology.

Illustration for 考古学 (archaeology)

How to say “archaeology” in Japanese

“Archaeology” in Japanese is 考古学 (kōkogaku).

Reconstructs past human societies by interpreting the physical remains they left behind.

Full entry for 考古学: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 考古学

大学で考古学を専攻しています。dai gaku de kō ko gaku o sen kō shi te i ma su

I am majoring in archaeology at university.

Tips for using 考古学

  • Although archaeology is often linked with excavation, laboratory analysis of artifacts and soil is also an important part of the field.

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