Meaning

Primary

Gunma Prefecture

Word Type

proper noun

Explanation

The flock of horses prefecture is the part of Japan known as Gunma Prefecture.

Reading

ぐんまけん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The readings for and are okay, but you haven't learned this reading for yet, so here's a mnemonic to help you:

Gunma Prefecture is where your mama () lives! Imagine going back to your mama's house, and finding it's now in Gunma Prefecture. It's a bit of a surprise, but very handy for practicing your Japanese. Thanks mama!

Context

Context Sentences

群馬県の実家から帰ってきたら、知らせてくれよな。

Let me know when you come back from your parents’ house in Gunma Prefecture.

Kanji Composition