English–Japanese

“architecture” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikenchiku

Example

日本の建築に興味があります。nihon no ken chiku ni kyō mi ga a ri ma su

I am interested in Japanese architecture.

Illustration for 建築 (architecture)

How to say “architecture” in Japanese

“Architecture” in Japanese is 建築 (kenchiku).

Covers the planned form, structure, and style of buildings and spaces, including the work of creating them.

Full entry for 建築: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 建築

大学で建築を学んでいます。dai gaku de ken chiku o mana n de i ma su

I am studying architecture at university.

Tips for using 建築

  • In English, architecture also describes the design of computer systems, while 建築 (kenchiku) normally concerns physical buildings and structures.

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