Translation guide
In Japanese, the term for 'front room' depends on the context. It can refer to a room at the front of a house, a living room, or a formal reception room. The most common equivalent is 居間 (ima), but other words like 表座敷 (omotezashiki) or 応接間 (ōsetsuma) may be used in specific situations.
The main living space, often facing the street or entrance, used by the family for daily activities.
The most common word for a living room or family room in a Japanese house. It can be at the front or elsewhere, but context often implies the main living area.
I watch TV in the front room.
Loanword from English 'living', commonly used in modern apartments and houses. Often implies a Western-style living room.
The living room is at the front of the house.
A room near the entrance used for receiving guests, often with a tokonoma alcove and tatami flooring.
A formal Japanese-style room at the front of a house, used for entertaining guests. Common in traditional architecture.
I show the guests into the front room.
A reception room or parlor, often Western-style, used for meeting visitors. May be at the front of the house.
The room or area at the front of a commercial establishment, such as a storefront or office reception.
The front of a shop, often the area visible from the street. Can refer to the room or space near the entrance.
I display products in the front room of the shop.
Literally 'front-facing room', a generic phrase that can be used for any room at the front of a building.
The front room is a reception room.
I serve tea in the front room.