Meaning and Usage
"キャンパス" refers specifically to the grounds or area of a university or school, including buildings and facilities. It is a loanword from English "campus" and is commonly used in everyday conversation and formal contexts.
Common Collocations
- キャンパス内 (on campus): used to describe something located within the campus area.
- キャンパスライフ (campus life): refers to the lifestyle and activities of students on campus.
- 新しいキャンパス (new campus): often used when talking about a recently built or relocated campus.
Usage Notes
"キャンパス" is mostly used for higher education institutions rather than elementary or high schools. When talking about school grounds in general, Japanese might use "校庭" or "学校の敷地" instead.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "キャンパス" with "キャンバス" (canvas), which sound similar but have very different meanings. Pay attention to context and spelling to avoid this confusion.