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flower bed, flower garden
A bordered area of soil in a garden or park specifically prepared for growing flowers.
花壇に花を植えた。
I planted flowers in the flower bed.
公園の花壇がきれいに整備されている。
The flower beds in the park are beautifully maintained.
学校の花壇の手入れは生徒たちが交代で行っている。
The students take turns maintaining the school flower beds.
USAGE:
A common word encountered in everyday life, especially in discussions about gardening, parks, and community spaces. Japanese schools and public parks typically have 花壇 that are maintained by volunteers or assigned groups.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 花壇を作る: to create a flower bed
- 花壇の手入れ: tending a flower bed
- 花壇に水をやる: to water the flower bed