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“landmark” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimejirushi

Example

駅を目印にして歩きます。eki o me jirushi ni shi te aru ki ma su

I walk using the station as a landmark.

Illustration for 目印 (landmark)

How to say “landmark” in Japanese

“Landmark” in Japanese is 目印 (mejirushi).

Refers to something noticeable that serves as a reference for locating a place or choosing a direction.

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

Example sentences with 目印

地図に目印を付けて、場所を忘れないようにします。chi zu ni me jirushi o tsu ke te ba sho o wasu re na i yō ni shi ma su

I mark the spot on the map so that I will not forget it.

Tips for using 目印

  • Unlike the English word landmark, 目印 (mejirushi) can refer to a small identifying mark on an object, not only to a prominent place used for navigation.

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