Translation of Japanese word "ドア" to English

ドア

Q: What is the definition of the Japanese word "ドア"?

The Japanese word "ドア" is defined as: "A portal of entry into a building, room, or vehicle, typically consisting of a rigid plane movable on a hinge. It may have a handle to help open and close, a latch to hold it closed, and a lock that ensures it cannot be opened without a key."

[doa]

IPA: /doa/

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Meaning

Noun

A portal of entry into a building, room, or vehicle, typically consisting of a rigid plane movable on a hinge. It may have a handle to help open and close, a latch to hold it closed, and a lock that ensures it cannot be opened without a key.

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How to use

ドア (doa) — 'door' (loanword from English). ドアを開ける / 閉める — open / close the door. Native: 戸 (to) or 扉 (tobira).

🇬🇧 English

door

Usage GuideOpens to the outside of the house.

Pronunciation Guide

Japanese Kanji: ドア
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ドア
Romaji Transcription: doa

Example Sentences

ドアを開けてください。

ドアをあけてください。

Open the door, please.

ドアは閉まっています。

ドアはふっています。

The door is closed.

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Synonyms

door / gate (literary)

Common phrases

ドアを開ける / 閉める— to open / close the door

This concept in other languages

🇩🇪German:Tür 🇬🇧English:door 🇪🇸Spanish:puerta 🇵🇱Polish:drzwi

Frequency rank: #113 in Japanese

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Japanese word "ドア" mean?▼

The Japanese word "ドア" means "door" in English.

How do you pronounce the Japanese word "ドア"?▼

The word "ドア" is read as "ドア" (doa). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.

Can I see a usage guide or example with "ドア"?▼

Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Opens to the outside of the house.".

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