- 森 — forest
- 森林 — forest, woodland
- 森の中 — in the forest
- 森羅万象 — all things in nature
- 森厳 — solemn, awe-inspiring
- 森道 — forest path
The kanji “森” is built from three “木” (tree) characters, clearly symbolizing a dense forest. It carries connotations of natural majesty and serenity. Often seen in poetic language, formal expressions, and place names like 青森 (Aomori). It contrasts with 林 (woods), which uses just two trees.
森で 鳥の 声が きこえました。
I heard birdsong in the forest.
私たちは 森道を 歩きました。
We walked along a forest path.
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