Meaning

Primary

Perimeter

Alternatives

Circumference, Surroundings, Environs

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

The circumference that surrounds us is the perimeter of the area. Do not cross it.

Reading

しゅうい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 周囲を見わたす

    to look across one's surroundings

    周囲を見回す

    to look around one's surroundings

    周囲を囲む

    to enclose the surrounding area

Context Sentences

あの女性の周囲にはいつもヤクザ風の男がいる。

There are always yakuza-type men surrounding that lady.

コウイチは周囲の目を気にしながら黒いビルに入っていきました。

Koichi went into a black building, cautious of his surroundings.

周囲の人のこと、もうちょっと考えた方がいいんじゃない?

Maybe you should consider the people around you a little more?

Kanji Composition