No. 442 in Japanese
コンビニ
A convenience store.
In a sentence
私は毎朝コンビニでコーヒーを買います。
I buy coffee at the convenience store every morning.
In this sentence, 'コンビニ' refers to the place where a routine action (purchasing coffee) happens. It highlights its role as a location for daily necessities.
深夜に急な買い物の必要があれば、コンビニが便利です。
If you need to shop suddenly at midnight, convenience stores are useful.
Here, 'コンビニ' emphasizes its utility and accessibility at non-standard hours, showcasing its convenience.
旅行中、日本のコンビニで多くの種類の食べ物を試しました。
While traveling, I tried various kinds of food from Japanese convenience stores.
In this context, 'コンビニ' highlights the variety and cultural experience associated with such stores in Japan.
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