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Kansai
KAN-seye
Kansai (name) means a region in western Japan that includes the cities of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe. Example: “The Kansai region is known for its distinct dialect and cuisine.”
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A region in western Japan that includes the cities of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe.
"The Kansai region is known for its distinct dialect and cuisine."
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Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese 關西
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What does “Kansai” mean?
The word “Kansai” means a region in western Japan that includes the cities of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe.
How do you pronounce “Kansai”?
“Kansai” is pronounced KAN-seye (/ˈkænˌsaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kansai” in a sentence?
Here is “Kansai” used in a sentence: “The Kansai region is known for its distinct dialect and cuisine.”
What part of speech is “Kansai”?
“Kansai” is a name.
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