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[たに(谷)]
tani
noun

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[たに(渓)]
tani
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[たに(谿)]
tani
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English Meaning(s) for 谷

noun
  1. valley
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Definition and Synonyms for 谷

Dale an open river valley (in a hilly area)
Synonyms: 沢, 沢, 谷, 谷間
Valley a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
Synonyms: 山峡, 峡間, 渓谷, 渓間, 谷, 谷間, 迫り

Meanings for each kanji in 谷

» valley

Categories 谷 is a member of

Natural Depression a sunken or depressed geological formation
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Valley a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
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Sample Sentences for 谷

A beautiful valley lies behind the hill.
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The valley echoed with his call.
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The valley was hidden from view in the mist.
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Mr Tani is not so much a scholar as a journalist.
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Life has its ups and downs.
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