Meaning

Primary

Fukushima

Word Type

proper noun

Explanation

The luck island wasn't actually too lucky. This is Fukushima where the nuclear meltdown happened after the 2011 earthquake. So, when you think of "luck island" this is where you should think.

Reading

ふくしま
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The readings are the readings you learned with the kanji. If one thing is lucky, it's probably that.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 福島にいる

    to be in Fukushima

    福島に行く

    to go to Fukushima

    福島にある

    to be in Fukushima

Context Sentences

このバンドのボーカルは、福島の出身です。

This band's vocalist is from Fukushima.

福島の子どもたちがかいた絵の中の、この銀色の星空を見て下さい。

Look at the silver, starry sky in this drawing from a kid in Fukushima.

福島問題に関するメールは、全て私をCCに入れてもらえますか?

Please CC me on all emails concerning the problems of Fukushima.

Kanji Composition