石倉 (いしぐら) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
stone-built storehouse
A traditional storehouse made of stone, often used for storing valuables or goods. The term is straightforward and literal.
godown, warehouse, storehouse
Similar words
- 蔵
蔵 is a general term for a storehouse, often made of wood or other materials, while 石倉 specifically refers to a stone-built one.
- 倉庫
倉庫 is a modern warehouse or storage building, not necessarily traditional or stone-built.
Etymology
Compound of 石 (いし, 'stone') and 倉 (くら, 'storehouse'). The reading いしぐら is a straightforward combination.
