No. 1,272 in Japanese
広く
"広く" means "widely" or "extensively" in English.
In a sentence
この考え方は世界中で広く受け入れられている。
This way of thinking is widely accepted around the world.
In this sentence, '広く' means 'widely,' describing the extent of acceptance of the idea globally.
庭は広く設計されており、リラックスするのに最適です。
The garden is designed spaciously, making it perfect for relaxation.
Here, '広く' refers to the garden being 'spaciously designed,' indicating ample space or layout.
学問を広く学ぶことは重要です。
It is important to study broadly in academics.
In this case, '広く' denotes studying 'broadly,' suggesting covering a wide range of academic fields for comprehensive knowledge.
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