noun
A room apart from the main one, often used for privacy, meetings, or specific purposes.
面接は別室で行われます。
The interview will be held in a separate room.
彼は別室で待っている。
He is waiting in another room.
noun
special room
A room set aside for a particular function or privileged use, such as a VIP room or a dedicated facility.
会員は別室で休憩できる。
Members can take a break in a special room.
noun
Archaic term for a noble's concubine; cross-referenced with 側室. Not used in modern Japanese.
See also: 側室
古文書では「別室」が側室を指すことがある。
In old documents, 別室 can refer to a concubine.