This is the 2718th most frequent Japanese word.
砂
Sand.
砂 means 'sand' as the granular material commonly found on beaches.
砂は浜辺でよく見られます。
Sand is often seen at the beach.
砂 refers to 'sand' used as a landscaping material.
庭に砂を敷いて美しく仕上げました。
We spread sand in the garden to finish it beautifully.
砂 denotes 'sand' as used in an hourglass for measuring time.