Japanese word

エリア

Pronunciation

Romajieria

Meaning

  • nounarea

Example

このエリアは静かです。ko no e ri a wa shizu ka de su

This area is quiet.

Illustration for エリア (area)

More examples

このエリアは夜になると人が少なくなります。ko no e ri a wa yoru ni na ru to hito ga suku na ku na ri ma su

There are fewer people in this area at night.

Core concept

Describes a defined part of a larger space that is treated as a distinct place.

Common phrases

  • エリア内e ri a uchi

    within the area

Similar words

地域chiiki: A broad part of a place defined by its location or common features.
地区chiku: A local part of a town, city, or wider area recognized as a district.

Definition in Japanese

ある広がりをもつ場所や範囲の一部分。a ru hiro ga ri o mo tsu ba sho ya han i no ichi bu bun

Word origin

エリア (eria, "area") is a Japanese loanword from English area, which comes from Latin area, meaning "open ground".

Usage tips

  • In Japanese, エリア (eria) often means a practical zone within a larger place, such as a shopping area or a seating area.

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