Japanese · Travel & Places
都市
toshi
City
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large urban settlement. Tokyo (東京) is both the capital and the largest city in Japan with a metropolitan population exceeding 35 million.
Example
東京は世界最大の都市の一つです。
Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world.
Etymology
The word 都市 (toshi) combines the characters 都 (to), meaning 'capital' or 'city,' and 市 (shi), meaning 'market.' This term has evolved reflecting the complex social structures and urban development in Japan.
How & Where It’s Used
都市 is used formally, especially in written language concerning urban studies, law, and governance. It usually describes larger urban areas as opposed to smaller towns.