Japanese

けんちく
Meaning: architecture; construction; building
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

建
築

Example sentences

This building is a masterpiece of modern architecture.
建築資材の不足により、ビルの建設が遅れている。
The construction of the building is delayed due to a shortage of building materials.
この神社は、国内で最古の木造建築の一つです。
This shrine is one of the oldest wooden buildings in the country.
その美術館は非常にモダンな建築様式で知られている。
The museum is known for its very modern architectural style.
バロック様式の建築は、その豪華な装飾が特徴的です。
Baroque architecture is characterized by its lavish decorations.
建築資材の騰貴が続いている。
The rise in construction material prices continues.
梓匠輪輿の職人たちが集まり、壮大な建築を成し遂げた。
Skilled craftsmen of various wood and metal trades gathered and achieved a grand architecture.
その寺院の建築は、虹梁鴛瓦の粋を極めている。
The architecture of that temple represents the pinnacle of grand and beautiful design.

Usage Notes

Refers to both the design/style of buildings and the actual process of constructing them.

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