Translation and Meaning of: 食堂 - shokudou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 食堂 (shokudou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: shokudou
Kana: しょくどう
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: coffee shop; refectory
Meaning in English: cafeteria;dining hall
Definition: A place where meals are served, like at school or work.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (食堂) shokudou
食堂 (shokudō) is a Japanese word that refers to a canteen or cafeteria, usually found in schools, companies, and other institutions. The word is composed of the characters 食 (shoku), which means "food" or "meal", and 堂 (dō), which means "hall" or "place". The etymology of the word dates back to the Meiji period (1868-1912), when the Japanese government began promoting education and industrialization in the country. At that time, many schools and factories were built and, with them, canteens were established to provide meals to students and workers. Since then, the word shokudō has become common in Japan and is widely used to this day.How to Write in Japanese - (食堂) shokudou
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Synonyms and Similar - (食堂) shokudou
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食堂; ダイニング; 食事処; 食事場所; 食所; 食堂室; 食堂ホール; 食堂室内; 食堂エリア; 食堂スペース; 食堂エリア内; 食堂エリア内部; 食堂エリア内側; 食堂エリア内部分; 食堂エリア内部エリア; 食堂エリア内部スペース; 食堂エリア内部場所; 食堂エリア内部場所; 食堂エリア内部場所; 食堂エリア内部場所;
Words containing: 食堂
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Words with the same pronunciation: しょくどう shokudou
Example Sentences - (食堂) shokudou
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "coffee shop; refectory" é "(食堂) shokudou". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
