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うちがわ info.

うちがわ (uchigawa)

Tips to Remember:
1. Break it down: うち (uchi) can mean "inside" or "home" and がわ (gawa) often means "side." So, think of the inner side or the side that belongs to you (inside).
2. Use imagery: Imagine looking at the "inside" or the interior of something.
3. Mnemonic: “你家娃” (nǐ jiā wá) in Chinese means “your child at home,” helping you associate “uchi” (home/inside) and “gawa” (side).

Explanations:
– うちがわ (uchigawa) refers to the inside, interior, or inner part of something.

Other Words That Mean the Same Thing:
– 内部 (ないぶ, naibu) – the inner part, interior.
– 内側 (うちがわ, uchigawa) – literally the same as うちがわ, referring to the inner part or interior.

Alternate Meanings / Slang:
– In some contexts, うち can refer to the home or someone’s family. Combining that with がわ, it might slightly resonate with one's inner circle or close relationships, though it's not a common slang usage.

Examples of Sentences:
1. この建物のうちがわはきれいですね。
– Kono tatemono no uchigawa wa kirei desu ne.
– The interior of this building is beautiful, isn't it?

2. 彼は自分のうちがわを見せることがあまり好きではない。
– Kare wa jibun no uchigawa o miseru koto ga amari suki dewa nai.
– He doesn't really like showing his inner side.

3. ドアのうちがわに注意書きがあります。
– Doa no uchigawa ni chūi-gaki ga arimasu.
– There is a notice on the inside of the door.

4. その箱のうちがわに何か書いてありますか？
– Sono hako no uchigawa ni nanika kaite arimasu ka?
– Is there something written on the inside of that box?

5. 靴のうちがわを掃除するのを忘れないでください。
– Kutsu no uchigawa o sōji suru no o wasurenaide kudasai.
– Don't forget to clean the inside of your shoes.

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