寺
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Base noun form. Used alone to refer to a temple in general. Example: 『寺に行く』 (tera ni iku, 'go to a temple').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are exploring Kyoto and discussing places to visit during their trip.
寺
てら
temple (as a standalone noun)
Culture & SocietyReligion & Festivals
Memory Hook
Imagine a serene temple with a sign that says '寺' (tera, 'temple'). Think of 'tera' as 'terra' (earth) where temples are built on sacred ground — 'Terra temple' → 寺 (tera, 'temple').
Cultural Note
In Japan, temples (『寺』 tera) are Buddhist places of worship, often featuring beautiful gardens and historic architecture. Many temples, like 『金閣寺』 (Kinkaku-ji, 'Golden Pavilion'), are popular tourist destinations and cultural heritage sites.
Forms
Base: 寺Base noun form. Used alone to refer to a temple in general. Example: 『寺に行く』 (tera ni iku, 'go to a temple').