mainshock in Japanese

mainshock in Japanese is 本震.

mainshock in Japanese

本震

noun

Pronounced: honshin

(seismology) The largest earthquake in a sequence, sometimes preceded by foreshocks and almost always followed by aftershocks which are of lesser intensity.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "mainshock" in Japanese?

"mainshock" in Japanese is 本震.

How do you pronounce 本震?

"mainshock" in Japanese is 本震, pronounced "honshin".

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