地層
A layer of rock, soil, or sediment formed over time on the Earth's surface. It is a geological term used to describe the distinct horizontal beds that make up the ground.
Exemples
3 sur 5近くの山で、きれいな地層が見えました。
I saw beautiful geological strata in the nearby mountain.
本日の調査で、新しい地層が発見されました。
A new geological layer was discovered during today's investigation.
見て、あの崖の地層、シマシマですごいよ!
Look, the strata on that cliff are striped and amazing!
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Visualize the Kanji: 地 (Earth/Ground) + 層 (Layer/Story of a building). Think of the Earth as a multi-story building where each floor is a different age of history.
Quiz rapide
崖(がけ)を見ると、きれいな___が重なっているのが分かりました。
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : 地層
Exemples
近くの山で、きれいな地層が見えました。
everydayI saw beautiful geological strata in the nearby mountain.
本日の調査で、新しい地層が発見されました。
formalA new geological layer was discovered during today's investigation.
見て、あの崖の地層、シマシマですごいよ!
informalLook, the strata on that cliff are striped and amazing!
この地層には、数万年前の火山灰が含まれています。
academicThis stratum contains volcanic ash from tens of thousands of years ago.
建設工事の前に、地下の地層を詳しく調査します。
businessWe will conduct a detailed survey of the underground strata before the construction work.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
地層累重の法則
Law of Superposition
地層の年代
the age of a stratum
斜めの地層
tilted strata
Souvent confondu avec
Chisō (地層) refers to the layers themselves, while Dansō (断層) refers to a 'fault' or a break/crack where the layers have shifted.
Chishitsu (地質) refers to the general geological nature or composition of the ground, whereas Chisō specifically refers to the layers.
Notes d'usage
The word is primarily used in scientific, educational, or construction contexts. While common in textbooks, you won't hear it often in casual daily conversation unless someone is looking at a cliff or a mountain.
Erreurs courantes
Learners sometimes use the English loanword 'layer' (reiyā/レイヤー) for ground levels, but in Japanese, 'layer' is mostly used for digital software (like Photoshop) or cooking; 地層 must be used for geology.
Astuce mémo
Visualize the Kanji: 地 (Earth/Ground) + 層 (Layer/Story of a building). Think of the Earth as a multi-story building where each floor is a different age of history.
Origine du mot
A Sinitic compound (Kango) consisting of 'chi' (地 - earth/ground) and 'sō' (層 - layer/level).
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
Due to its mountainous and volcanic geography, Japan has many famous locations (like the Izu Islands or Boso Peninsula) where distinct and colorful geological strata are clearly visible to the public.
Quiz rapide
崖(がけ)を見ると、きれいな___が重なっているのが分かりました。
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : 地層
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
学会
A1An academic society or a professional organization where scholars and researchers share their findings. It also commonly refers to the specific academic conferences or meetings organized by these groups.
法人
A1A legal entity or organization, such as a company or non-profit, that is recognized by law as having rights and duties similar to those of a person. It distinguishes a group or institution from an individual human being in legal and business matters.
組合
A1A formal organization or association formed by individuals or groups with a common interest, most commonly referring to a labor union or a cooperative. It describes a collective body where members work together to achieve shared social, economic, or professional goals.
グループ
A1A collection of people, animals, or things that are together or considered together. It is a loanword from English used to describe social circles, categorized items, or organized teams in various settings.
チーム
A1A group of people working together toward a common goal, such as in sports, business, or a school project. It is a loanword from the English word 'team' and is used in almost identical contexts in Japanese.
地理
A1Geography refers to the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, including the distribution of populations and resources. In daily life, it often describes the layout, terrain, or spatial understanding of a specific area or town.
地域
A1A noun referring to a specific area, region, or district characterized by certain features or boundaries. It is commonly used to describe local communities or geographical sections within a larger city or country.
境界
A1A physical or conceptual line that marks the limit or division between two areas, states, or things. It is used to describe where one thing ends and another begins, such as a land border or the division between work and private life.
都市
A1A 'toshi' is a large and densely populated urban area that serves as a center for politics, economy, and culture. It is the formal term for 'city' or 'metropolis', typically used in administrative, geographical, or statistical contexts.
都会
A1A noun referring to a large city or urban area characterized by high population density and modern infrastructure. It is often used to describe the bustling lifestyle or environment of a city in contrast to rural areas.
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