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Base noun form. Refers to a place for staying overnight, such as an inn, lodge, or accommodation. Often used in compound words like 『宿屋』 (yadoya, 'inn') or 『民宿』 (minshuku, 'guesthouse').
Theme
While planning a trip to Kyoto, User and their friend Yoshiko are discussing accommodation options for their stay.
宿
やど
inn, lodging
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Memory Hook
Imagine a cozy 'shack' (sounds like 宿 shuku) where you stay overnight — it's your inn or lodging! 'Shack' → 宿 (shuku, 'inn').
Cultural Note
In Japan, traditional inns called 『旅館』 (ryokan, 'Japanese inn') often use 宿 in their names, like 『温泉宿』 (onsen yado, 'hot spring inn'). Staying at a ryokan includes meals and futon bedding, offering a cultural experience.
Forms
Base: 宿Base noun form. Refers to a place for staying overnight, such as an inn, lodge, or accommodation. Often used in compound words like 『宿屋』 (yadoya, 'inn') or 『民宿』 (minshuku, 'guesthouse').