仏壇
Meanings
1
Buddhist altar; household Buddhist altar
A cabinet-like altar found in Japanese homes, used to honor deceased family members and make offerings.
My grandmother prays at the Buddhist altar every morning.
During Obon, we offer vegetarian dishes at the Buddhist altar.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉を仏壇に供えるto offer something at the Buddhist altar
Every morning, I offer rice at the Buddhist altar.
- 仏壇に手を合わせるto press one's hands together in prayer before the altar
My grandmother prays at the Buddhist altar every day.
- 仏壇を置くto place/set up a Buddhist altar (in a room)
I plan to set up a Buddhist altar in this room.