人工湖 (じんこうこ) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
artificial lake; man-made lake; reservoir
Refers to a lake created by human activity, often for water storage, irrigation, or recreation. Synonym: 人造湖.
See also: 人造湖
craft, construction, katakana e radical (no. 48)
Similar words
- 人造湖
Synonym; 人造湖 is slightly more technical or formal, while 人工湖 is more common in everyday contexts.
- 貯水池
Refers specifically to a reservoir for water storage; 人工湖 can be broader, including recreational or aesthetic lakes.
Etymology
Compound of 人工 (じんこう, 'artificial') and 湖 (こ, 'lake').
