Meaning
The actual space separating two points or objects.
Cultural Background
Japanese people often use this to soften the blow of saying they can't meet someone, emphasizing that the problem is the location, not the person.
Use it to be clear
When you want to avoid misunderstanding, use this to specify you are talking about geography.
Meaning
The actual space separating two points or objects.
Use it to be clear
When you want to avoid misunderstanding, use this to specify you are talking about geography.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
東京と大阪の＿＿＿＿は遠いです。
Since we are talking about two cities, we use the physical distance.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises東京と大阪の＿＿＿＿は遠いです。
Since we are talking about two cities, we use the physical distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is neutral and can be used in almost any situation.
Related Phrases
心理的な距離
contrastEmotional distance
