Meaning

Primary

Ravine

Alternatives

Gorge, Canyon

Word Type

noun

Explanation

A ravine in a valley is still a ravine. It can also be a gorge or a canyon. They're usually really big. Like the Grand Canyon!

Reading

きょうこく
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You haven't learned this reading for yet, so here's a mnemonic to help you:

If you're going to travel through a huge ravine you have to stay hydrated. The best thing to bring is some taste, cold Coke (こく). Nothing quenches your thirst from sweating through a long, rough ravine like delicious Coke!

Context

Context Sentences

この峡谷に架かる吊橋を渡ったことはありますか?

Have you ever crossed the bridge that spans over this ravine?

Kanji Composition