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Base noun form. Refers to an opening in a wall or vehicle for light and air. Use with particles like 『が』 (ga, subject marker) or 『を』 (wo, object marker) in sentences, e.g., 『窓を開ける』 (mado wo akeru, 'open the window').
Theme

User is visiting their friend Yumi's new apartment for the first time, and they discuss the view from the living room.

まど

window

Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'mad' cat sitting by the window, looking out. 'Mad' sounds like まど (mado, 'window') — the cat is mad because it can't go outside!

Cultural Note

In Japan, windows are often designed with 『障子』 (shouji, 'paper sliding doors') or 『ガラス窓』 (garasu mado, 'glass windows') to let in natural light while maintaining privacy. They are common in traditional and modern homes.

Forms

Base: 窓Base noun form. Refers to an opening in a wall or vehicle for light and air. Use with particles like 『が』 (ga, subject marker) or 『を』 (wo, object marker) in sentences, e.g., 『窓を開ける』 (mado wo akeru, 'open the window').