region

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a part of a country that has its own local government.

n. a formal administrative or political subdivision of a territory or country.

日本語:州※

“The government is investing more money in the northern region to create jobs.”

“Each administrative region is responsible for managing its own healthcare budget and educational infrastructure according to national guidelines.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Medicine Technical

n. a specific part of your body.

n. a specific area or part of the body, often used in medical or biological contexts.

日本語:部位※

“He felt a sharp pain in the lower back region after lifting the heavy box.”

“The surgeon noted significant inflammation in the abdominal region, suggesting that the infection had spread beyond the initial site.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Formal

n. an approximate amount or number.

n. an approximate range or level, typically used with 'in the region of'.

“The repairs to the car will cost in the region of five hundred dollars.”

“The total cost of the infrastructure project is estimated to be in the region of two billion euros, depending on material costs.”