No. 3,771 in Japanese
てら
Temple.
In a sentence
この町には古いお寺があります。
There is an old temple in this town.
Here, '寺' (てら) refers to a temple, a place of worship or historical interest.
私の趣味は、地元の寺を訪れることです。
My hobby is visiting local temples.
'寺' (てら) is referring to temples here, showing a common cultural activity in Japan.
その寺は美しい庭で有名です。
The temple is famous for its beautiful garden.
In this context, '寺' (てら) indicates an establishment known for its scenic beauty.
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