noun
poor region; deprived area
Refers to a geographical area characterized by poverty or economic deprivation. Often used in social, economic, or policy contexts.
その貧困地域では、多くの子どもたちが十分な教育を受けられない。
In that poor region, many children cannot receive an adequate education.
Compound of 貧困 (poverty) and 地域 (region, area).