No. 2,292 in Japanese
香川
Kagawa: A prefecture in Japan located on the island of Shikoku.
In a sentence
香川は美しい自然が広がる県です。
Kagawa is a prefecture with beautiful nature.
香川 in this sentence refers to the geographical prefecture in Japan, describing its natural beauty as a location.
香川選手は国際的に有名です。
Kagawa, the player, is internationally famous.
香川 in this context refers to a specific individual, Shinji Kagawa, who is a well-known soccer player, emphasizing their fame.
讃岐うどんは香川から来ました。
Sanuki udon comes from Kagawa.
香川 refers to the origin location of the dish Sanuki Udon, indicating the area's cultural contribution.
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