English–Japanese
“setting the table” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihaizen
Example
お母さんは食事の前に配膳します。o haha sa n wa shoku ji no mae ni hai zen shi ma su
Mom sets the table before the meal.
How to say “setting the table” in Japanese
“Setting the table” in Japanese is 配膳 (haizen).
Refers to preparing a meal by placing the necessary dishes and food where they belong.
Example sentences with 配膳
給食当番の子どもたちは、教室で配膳を手伝います。kyū shoku tō ban no ko do mo ta chi wa kyō shitsu de hai zen o te tsuda i ma su
The children on lunch duty help serve the food in the classroom.
Tips for using 配膳
- In a Japanese restaurant, 配膳 (haizen) can include bringing prepared dishes to diners, so it is not limited to placing plates before a meal.