Translation guide
A flat, step-like landform along a coast, formed by wave erosion or tectonic uplift. In Japanese, this is typically expressed with specific geological terms.
A flat, wave-cut platform or raised marine terrace along a coast.
The standard term for a coastal terrace or raised marine bench, often formed by uplift.
この海岸段丘は数万年前に形成された。
This coastal bench was formed tens of thousands of years ago.
Specifically a wave-cut platform, the flat area at the base of a sea cliff created by wave erosion.
A marine terrace, emphasizing its origin from past sea levels.
海成段丘の上に集落が立地している。
A settlement is located on the marine terrace.
In everyday conversation, Japanese speakers might simply describe the feature rather than use a technical term. For example, '平らな岩場' (flat rocky area) could be used if the geological origin isn't important.
干潮時には波食台が広く露出する。
At low tide, the wave-cut platform is widely exposed.
A coastal plain, which may include benches but is a broader, flatter area.
海岸平野は農業に適している。
The coastal plain is suitable for agriculture.