Japanese

かおく
Meaning: house; building; dwelling
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

家
屋

Example sentences

Many houses collapsed due to the typhoon damage.
日本の伝統的な家屋には、畳の部屋がある。
Japanese traditional houses have tatami rooms.
地震で多くの家屋が罹災した。
Many houses were damaged in the earthquake.

Usage Notes

A formal term for a building where people live. Often used in legal or official contexts.

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