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自然界

shizenkai
noun★Intermediate— natural world
general

The natural world, encompassing all living organisms and natural phenomena not created by humans.

自然界のバランスを保つことは重要だ。

It's important to maintain the balance of the natural world.

💡

Refers to ecosystems, wildlife, and natural processes.

Collocations

自然界のof the natural world自然界にin the natural world

Synonyms

自然自然環境生態系

Antonyms

人工界人工物

Related Phrases

自然界の摂理phrase
the laws of nature

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Ecology

In ecological discussions, 自然界 often contrasts with human-made environments.

⚡Gold Rule

Avoid Overgeneralization

Do not use 自然界 to refer to human-made or artificial things.

📖Word Origin

Composed of 自然 (shizen, 'nature') and 界 (kai, 'world' or 'realm').

📝Usage Notes

Often used in ecological, scientific, or philosophical contexts to refer to the non-human world.

Word Breakdown

自然
nature
root
+
界
world/realm
suffix
和英辞典

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