遺構
Meanings
1
archaeological remains; ancient structural remnants
Refers to the physical remains of ancient structures, such as foundations, walls, or ruins, uncovered through excavation or still visible on a site.
Many archaeological remains from the Jomon period have been discovered in this area.
A few remnants of the castle still remain today.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉で遺構が見つかるstructural remains are discovered at a site
Remains of an ancient building were found at the excavation site.
- 遺構を発掘するto excavate structural remains
The researchers excavated the remains of a temple.
- 遺構が残るstructural remains still exist/survive
The remains of the castle still survive on this land.