Translation and Meaning of: 下町 - shitamachi
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 下町 (shitamachi) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: shitamachi
Kana: したまち
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: Shitamachi; lower parts of the city
Meaning in English: Shitamachi;lower parts of town
Definition: This is an old area of Tokyo that maintains a traditional atmosphere and ambiance.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (下町) shitamachi
下町 (Shitamachi) is a Japanese word that refers to an urban area of an city that has historically developed as a commercial and residential area of working class. The word is made up of two kanjis: 下 (shi/ka) which means "below" or "lower" and 町 (machine) which means "city" or "neighborhood". The origin of the word goes back to the Edo period (1603-1868), when the city of Tokyo was known as Edo and the area of Shitamachi was the city center. The area was inhabited mainly by traders, artisans and workers, and was characterized by narrow streets, wooden houses and an animated and busy atmosphere. Nowadays, the word Shitamachi is often used to refer to historical or traditional areas of Tokyo, such as Asakusa and Yanaka, which preserve the atmosphere and architecture of the Edo period. The word is also used in other Japanese cities to describe similar areas of historical development.How to Write in Japanese - (下町) shitamachi
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Synonyms and Similar - (下町) shitamachi
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
下町; 下町地区; 下町エリア; 下町風情; 下町情緒; 下町文化; 下町街並み; 下町情景; 下町風景; 下町の町並み; 下町の風情; 下町の文化; 下町の情緒; 下町の街並み; 下町の情景; 下町の風景
Words containing: 下町
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Words with the same pronunciation: したまち shitamachi
Example Sentences - (下町) shitamachi
Below are some example sentences:
下町の風情が好きです。
Shitamachi no fuzei ga suki desu
I like the atmosphere of the old neighborhood.
I like the city center atmosphere.
- 下町 - Working class neighborhood
- の - possession particle
- 風情 - atmosphere, environment
- が - subject particle
- 好き - like
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "Shitamachi; lower parts of the city" é "(下町) shitamachi". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
