noun
various states; various provinces
Refers to multiple states or provinces, often in historical or geographical contexts. The distinction between 'states' and 'provinces' depends on the region being discussed.
アメリカの諸州では、それぞれ異なる法律がある。
Various states in the U.S. have different laws.
江戸時代の諸州の特産品を調べる。
I research the local specialties of various provinces in the Edo period.