It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: 雪 (setsu, yuki)
Meaning： snow
It is used in words such as 雪 (ゆき), meaning “snow,” 雪国 (ゆきぐに), meaning “snow country,” and 雪解け (ゆきとけ), meaning “melting snow.”
This kanji is often used in words related to winter and cold weather. It is a level N3 kanji, which is considered moderately difficult for Japanese learners.
Here are ten sentences using the kanji 雪:
- 今日は雪が降っています。It’s snowing today.
- 雪が積もっているので、道路が見えません。The road is not visible because the snow is piled up.
- 雪が降ると、家でゆっくり過ごせるのが好きです。I like to take it easy at home when it snows.
- 雪が積もると、たくさんの人がスキーやスノーボードをするのが楽しみです。When it snows, many people look forward to skiing or snowboarding.”
- 雪が降ると、家を温かくするためにストーブを使います。When it snows, I use the stove to warm the house.”
- 雪が積もると、車が動かなくなることがあります。Sometimes when it snows, the car doesn’t move.
- 雪が積もると、雪かきをしなければなりません。When it snows, we have to shovel the snow.
- 雪が降ると、外がとてもきれいです。When it snows, the outside is very beautiful.
- 雪が積もると、家の外を歩くのが大変です。When it snows, it’s difficult to walk outside the house.
- 雪が降ると、子供たちは雪だるまを作ります。When it snows, the children make snowmen.