No. 1,453 in Japanese
県民
Prefectural resident.
In a sentence
東北地方の県民は冬に雪に慣れています。
Residents of the Tohoku region are accustomed to snow in winter.
Here, "県民" refers to the general population living in the prefectural areas of the Tohoku region, emphasizing them as a group regarding their locality.
県民の意見を尊重することが重要です。
It's important to respect the opinions of the prefectural citizens.
In this context, "県民" represents the citizens of a prefecture collectively, focusing on their opinions and input in matters.
毎年、県民のための文化祭が開催されます。
Every year, a cultural festival is held for the residents of the prefecture.
Here "県民" embodies the community members of a prefecture as participants and beneficiaries of the cultural festival.
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