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Kyushu
KYOO-shoo
Kyushu (name) means the third-largest and southwesternmost of Japan's four main islands. Example: “Kyushu is known for its hot springs and active volcanoes.”
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The third-largest and southwesternmost of Japan's four main islands.
"Kyushu is known for its hot springs and active volcanoes."
"They flew to Fukuoka, the largest city on Kyushu."
How to use Kyushu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne of Japan's four main islands, in the southwest of the country.
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Etymology
From Japanese 九州 (Kyūshū), literally "nine provinces," reflecting the island's historical division into nine regions.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kyushu” mean?
The word “Kyushu” means the third-largest and southwesternmost of Japan's four main islands. In plain terms, one of Japan's four main islands, in the southwest of the country.
How do you pronounce “Kyushu”?
“Kyushu” is pronounced KYOO-shoo (/ˈkjuːʃuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kyushu” in a sentence?
Here is “Kyushu” used in a sentence: “Kyushu is known for its hot springs and active volcanoes.”
What part of speech is “Kyushu”?
“Kyushu” is a name.
Where does the word “Kyushu” come from?
The word “Kyushu” comes from Japanese. From Japanese 九州 (Kyūshū), literally "nine provinces," reflecting the island's historical division into nine regions.
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