noun
residential community; neighborhood administrative district
Refers specifically to the grassroots-level administrative unit in the People's Republic of China, similar to a neighborhood committee area. Not used for general residential areas in Japan.
中国の社区は、住民の自治組織として機能している。
In China, the residential community functions as a self-governing organization for residents.
彼女は社区のボランティア活動に参加している。
She participates in volunteer activities in her residential community.