ドア
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Noun for a Western-style hinged door. Written in katakana as it's a loanword from English 'door'.
Theme
At a friend's new apartment, User and Ken are discussing the layout and features of the living space.
ドア
ドア
door (Western style)
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Picture a Western-style door with a 'door' sign on it. The word sounds like 'door' in English — 『ドア』 (doa, 'door') is easy to remember!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『ドア』 (doa, 'door') typically refers to Western-style hinged doors, common in modern buildings, while traditional sliding doors are called 『襖』 (fusuma) or 『障子』 (shōji).
Forms
Base: ドアNoun for a Western-style hinged door. Written in katakana as it's a loanword from English 'door'.