Japanese Conversation · Level 51
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Japanese word
下降
Pronunciation
Romajikakō
Meaning
- noundescent
Example
飛行機は下降を始めます。hi kō ki wa ka kō o haji me ma su
The plane begins its descent.
More examples
管制官は機体の下降を確認してから、着陸を許可しました。kan sei kan wa ki tai no ka kō o kaku nin shi te ka ra chaku riku o kyo ka shi ma shi ta
The air traffic controller cleared the landing after confirming the aircraft's descent.
Core concept
Centers on a level, position, or amount moving downward from its previous state.
Common phrases
下降を始めるka kō o haji me ru
begin a descent
下降を続けるka kō o tsuzu ke ru
continue a descent
急な下降kyū na ka kō
steep descent
Similar words
降下kōka: A movement from a higher position or altitude to a lower one, especially by an aircraft.
低下teika: A decrease in a level, quality, ability, or function from its previous state.
下落geraku: A fall in the price, value, or level of something, often shown as a measurable change.
Definition in Japanese
位置・高度・水準などが低くなること。i chi kō do sui jun na do ga hiku ku na ru ko to
Word origin
The compound 下降 (kakō) combines 下 (ka, "down") with 降 (kō, "descend"), so its form directly reflects a downward change.
Usage tips
- Japanese news and weather reports use 下降 (kakō) for measured decreases such as temperature or air pressure, so the word often sounds more technical than everyday expressions.