中庭
Meanings
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courtyard; inner garden; quadrangle
An open area surrounded by buildings or walls, often found in traditional Japanese houses, schools, or modern complexes.
This inn has a beautiful courtyard.
Let's talk over tea in the courtyard.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に中庭があるthere is a courtyard in 〈place〉
This hotel has a beautiful courtyard.
- 中庭に面するto face the courtyard
My room faces the courtyard.
- 中庭を眺めるto gaze at the courtyard
I like gazing at the courtyard from the window.