This is the 4738th most frequent Japanese word.
杉並
"Suginami" is a ward (district) in Tokyo, Japan.
In this sentence, '杉並' is used as a proper noun referring to the Suginami ward in Tokyo, Japan.
杉並に住んでいます。
I live in Suginami.
Here, '杉並' identifies a specific area known for its scenic cherry blossom-lined streets, emphasizing its geographic identity.
杉並の桜並木は美しいです。
The cherry blossom-lined streets in Suginami are beautiful.
In this case, '杉並区' refers to the Suginami municipal ward, highlighting its characteristics as a residential area.