のぼり

This is the 1979th most frequent Japanese word.

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のぼり

"のぼり" means "climbing," "ascending," or can refer to a "banner" or "flag" used for promotion.


In this sentence, 'のぼり' is used to refer to the act of climbing, specifically mountain climbing in this context.

私は山のぼりが好きです。

I like mountain climbing.


Here, 'のぼり' describes an upward direction, often used for trains going toward the central area of a region, such as towards Tokyo.

この電車はのぼりです。

This train is headed uphill.


In this context, 'のぼり' means banners or flags, often vertical banners displayed for events or promotions.

祭りには多くののぼりが立っています。

There are many banners set up at the festival.