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“nomadism” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyūboku

Example

乾燥した地域では、遊牧が行われています。kan sō shi ta chi iki de wa yū boku ga okona wa re te i ma su

Nomadism is practiced in dry regions.

Illustration for 遊牧 (nomadism)

How to say “nomadism” in Japanese

“Nomadism” in Japanese is 遊牧 (yūboku).

Refers to a mobile way of living that follows available pasture and water while keeping livestock as a main source of livelihood.

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

Example sentences with 遊牧

遊牧は、水や草を求めて移動する生活です。yū boku wa mizu ya kusa o moto me te i dō su ru sei katsu de su

Nomadism is a way of life involving movement in search of water and grass.

Tips for using 遊牧

  • In geography, 遊牧 (yūboku) is often translated as pastoral nomadism, which differs from transhumance because it does not depend on a fixed seasonal settlement.

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