Japanese word

カリフォルニア

Pronunciation

Romajikariforunia

Meaning

  • nounCalifornia

Example

私はカリフォルニアに住んでいます。watashi wa ka ri fo ru ni a ni su n de i ma su

I live in California.

Illustration for カリフォルニア (California)

More examples

カリフォルニアは温暖な気候で知られています。ka ri fo ru ni a wa on dan na ki kō de shi ra re te i ma su

California is known for its mild climate.

Common phrases

  • カリフォルニアに住むka ri fo ru ni a ni su mu

    live in California

  • カリフォルニアの気候ka ri fo ru ni a no ki kō

    California's climate

Definition in Japanese

アメリカ合衆国西岸に位置する州。a me ri ka gas shū koku sei gan ni i chi su ru shū

Word origin

The place name California is traditionally traced to a fictional island named California in the Spanish romance Las Sergas de Esplandián.

Usage tips

  • The phrase California dreaming refers to an idealized life associated with the state and is widely recognized through the song title California Dreamin'.

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