English–Japanese
“plateau” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajikōgen
Example
夏は高原が涼しいです。natsu wa kō gen ga suzu shi i de su
The plateau is cool in summer.
How to say “plateau” in Japanese
“Plateau” in Japanese is 高原 (kōgen).
Describes a broad, level area of land that stands higher than the surrounding terrain.
Example sentences with 高原
秋の高原では、夕日が山々を赤く染めます。aki no kō gen de wa yū hi ga yama yama o aka ku so me ma su
In autumn, the setting sun colors the mountains red over the plateau.
Tips for using 高原
- In English, plateau also describes a stage at which growth or progress levels off, extending the physical image of a high, flat surface into an abstract use.