This is the 8956th most frequent Japanese word.
水路
"Waterway" or "canal."
In this sentence, '水路' is used to refer broadly to man-made or natural channels for water, such as canals or streams.
村には、多くの水路があります。
The village has many waterways.
Here, '水路' is used in the context of planning and infrastructure, indicating a specific channel designated for water management.
新しい水路を建設する計画があります。
There are plans to construct a new waterway.
In this context, '水路' refers to its functional aspect as a means of transporting water to a particular location, emphasizing its utility.