Translation guide
The English word "chamber" has several distinct meanings, from a room to a part of a machine or a legislative body. This guide helps you choose the right Japanese expression for each context.
A room, especially a private one or one used for a specific purpose.
General word for 'room'. Use this for most everyday contexts.
He shut himself in his chamber.
More formal or literary word for 'room', often used in compounds or official names.
the king's private chamber
Specifically a bedroom or sleeping chamber.
I was shown to my chamber.
A group of people forming a legislative or judicial body, or the room where they meet.
Refers to a legislative chamber, such as the House of Representatives or the House of Councillors.
a bicameral system with a lower and upper chamber
The physical chamber or hall where a legislative body meets.
Specifically a courtroom or judicial chamber.
A compartment or enclosed space, such as in a gun, engine, or heart.
An underground room, especially in a tomb or pyramid.
A form of classical music composed for a small group of instruments.
Standard term for chamber music.
She likes chamber music.
In everyday English, 'chamber' sounds old-fashioned or formal. In Japanese, 部屋 (へや) is the normal word for 'room'. Using 室 (しつ) in casual conversation may sound stiff.
議員たちは会議場に集まった。
The members gathered in the chamber.
裁判官は法廷に入った。
The judge entered the chamber.
Load a round into the chamber.
古墳の石室
the stone chamber of the ancient tomb