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No. 2,757 in Japanese

街道

"街道" means "highway" or "main road" in English, often referring to historical routes.

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  • この街道は江戸時代からの歴史がある重要な道です。

    This road has been a significant path since the Edo period.

    Here, '街道' refers to a historic road, typically one used in ancient or traditional contexts as a main route.

  • 旅行者たちは街道沿いにあるお店で土産を買った。

    Travelers purchased souvenirs at the shops along the road.

    In this sentence, '街道' signifies the route along which establishments or activities occur, emphasizing its position as a pathway.

  • 新しい街道の建設が地域の発展につながった。

    The construction of the new road contributed to regional development.

    Here, '街道' is used to refer to a newly constructed thoroughfare, demonstrating infrastructure improvements.

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