Japanese word of the day: 広い (Hiroi)

What does 広い (Hiroi) mean?

広い (Hiroi) (い-adjective) – Wide; spacious; broad; extensive. This word is used to describe physical spaces that are large or have a lot of room, such as rooms, fields, or areas. It can also be used figuratively to describe broad concepts or wide-ranging topics.

Kanji details for 広

Character: 広 — wide, broad, spacious
Radical: house on cliff 广

Example sentences with 広い (Hiroi)

• この部屋はとても広いです。
  (Kono heya wa totemo hiroi desu.)
  🏠 This room is very spacious.

• 公園は広くて気持ちがいいです。
  (Kōen wa hirokute kimochi ga ii desu.)
  🌳 The park is wide and feels nice.

• 広い世界を旅したいです。
  (Hiroi sekai o tabishitai desu.)
  🌏 I want to travel the wide world.

広い (Hiroi) in context

広い is a common adjective used to describe physical spaces that have a lot of room or area. It’s perfect for talking about spacious rooms, wide streets, or large parks. Beyond physical space, 広い can also describe abstract concepts like broad knowledge or wide-ranging interests.

A quick tip: The opposite of 広い is 狭い (せまい, semai), which means narrow or cramped. Use 広い when you want to emphasize openness or spaciousness.

Whether you’re admiring a large room, enjoying a wide-open park, or praising someone’s broad knowledge, 広い is a versatile word that helps you express the idea of spaciousness and breadth in Japanese.