小岩

This is the 4515th most frequent Japanese word.

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小岩

"Small rock" or "pebble."


Here, '小岩' refers to an actual physical small rock that is rolling by the roadside.

道端に小岩が転がっていた。

A small rock was lying by the roadside.


In this context, '小岩' is used as a surname, indicating a proper noun.

彼の名前は小岩さんです。

His name is Mr. Koiwa.


In this sentence, '小岩' denotes a specific landmark rock that is a tourist attraction.

観光地にある小岩が有名です。

The small rock at the tourist spot is famous.