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起伏 (noun)

The rise and fall of land surfaces (terrain) or the ups and downs of life and emotions. It is a useful word for describing physical landscapes or dramatic narratives.

💬 Example

"この辺りは起伏が激しく、自転車で走るのは大変だ。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a roller coaster (起伏). It goes UP (起) and then DOWN (伏). The track has many ups and downs, just like life or...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
凹凸 高低 波乱 うねり
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 起伏 for minor, everyday mood changes. → Using simpler expressions or acknowledging the minor nature of the change.

Applying 起伏 to completely flat surfaces. → Using 起伏 to describe unevenness and using 平坦 (heitan) for flat surfaces.

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