Translation guide
A door on the side of a building or vehicle, as opposed to the main entrance. In Japanese, the most common term is 横のドア, but other expressions exist depending on context.
Referring to a door located on the side of a building, often used as a secondary entrance.
The most straightforward and common way to say 'side door' in everyday conversation. It literally means 'side door'.
横のドアから入ってください。
Please enter through the side door.
この建物には横のドアが二つあります。
This building has two side doors.
Referring to a door on the side of a car, van, or other vehicle.
Works for vehicles as well. It's a general term for any side door.
車の横のドアが開かない。
The car's side door won't open.
More technical, often used in manuals or specifications. Literally 'side surface door'.
A service entrance or side door used for everyday comings and goings, often by staff or residents. Common in apartment buildings, offices, and shops.
従業員は通用口を使ってください。
Employees, please use the side door.
通用口は裏にあります。
The side door is in the back.
A kitchen door or back door in a traditional Japanese house, often leading to the garden or service area. It's a specific type of side door.
勝手口から庭に出られます。
You can go out to the garden from the kitchen door.
このバンは側面ドアがスライド式です。
This van has a sliding side door.