English–Japanese
“daycare center” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihoikusho
Example
妹は保育所に通っています。imōto wa ho iku sho ni kayo tte i ma su
My younger sister attends a daycare center.
How to say “daycare center” in Japanese
“Daycare center” in Japanese is 保育所 (hoikusho).
Describes a place that takes responsibility for young children during the hours their families need care.
Example sentences with 保育所
子どもを保育所に預けています。ko do mo o ho iku sho ni azu ke te i ma su
I leave my child at a daycare center.
Tips for using 保育所
- English daycare can refer to care in a private home or a center, whereas 保育所 (hoikusho) specifically denotes an organized childcare facility.