No. 3,398 in Japanese
母校
Alma mater; one's former school.
In a sentence
母校での思い出は私の心に特別な場所を占めています。
The memories from my alma mater hold a special place in my heart.
In this sentence, "母校" (bokkō) is used to refer sentimentally to one's alma mater, emphasizing personal and emotional connection.
母校を訪れることは私にとってすごく嬉しい経験です。
Visiting my alma mater is a very joyful experience for me.
Here, "母校" indicates the physical place which represents the educational institution one previously attended.
私は母校のサッカーチームの成果を毎年楽しみにしています。
I look forward to the achievements of my alma mater's soccer team every year.
In this context, "母校" refers to one's alma mater in terms of communal or institutional association and pride.
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