海峡

かいきょう
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
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A narrow body of water between two land masses; a sea channel or strait connecting larger bodies of water.

Noun

Examples

この航路は海峡を通るため、潮流が速いことで有名だ。

Because this route passes through a strait, it is famous for its strong currents.

海峡を渡るフェリーは季節によって運航時間が変わる。

Ferries that cross the strait change their schedules depending on the season.

海峡付近では波が複雑にぶつかり合うことがある。

Waves can collide complexly near the strait.