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保護区
hogo-ku
protected area
この森は自然保護区に指定されています。
This forest has been designated as a protected area.
formal
An area designated by law or authority for the protection of wildlife, ecosystems, or natural resources.
国立公園は多くの保護区を含んでいます。
National parks include many protected areas.
保護区内では狩猟が禁止されています。
Hunting is prohibited within protected areas.
Often used in environmental law and conservation contexts. The term emphasizes legal or official designation for preservation.
Pro Tip
Distinguishing from similar terms
保護区 (protected area) differs from 自然公園 (national park) in that protected areas have stricter regulations and are often smaller, while national parks may allow more human activity. Always check the specific regulations of a 保護区.
Gold Rule
Legal designation
A 保護区 must be officially designated by a government authority or international body (e.g., UNESCO). Informal conservation efforts do not qualify.
Word Origin
The word combines 保護 (hogo, 'protection') and 区 (ku, 'area/zone'), reflecting its meaning of a designated protected zone.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in environmental policy documents, legal texts, and conservation reports. The term implies active management to prevent environmental degradation.
Word Breakdown
保護
protection
noun区
area/zone
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