window

About this kanji

The kanji「窓」means window and is commonly used to refer to the openings in walls that allow light and air into a building. It is often used as a noun, such as in the compound word 窓口 (まどぐち), which means service window, where you go to get assistance or information. Another compound is 窓際 (まどぎわ), meaning beside the window, often used to describe a place near a window. Additionally, 窓丁 (まどちょう) translates to window frame, referring to the structure that holds the glass. When learning this kanji, remember that it can evoke feelings of openness and connection with the outside world.

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Example sentences

• 窓から外を見てください。

  Please look outside from the window.

Meanings across languages

English

window

Tiếng Việt

cửa sổ

日本語

窓

한국어

창문

中文

窗口

id

jendela

th

หน้าต่าง

es

ventana

fr

fenêtre

de

Fenster

pt

janela

Common compounds

• 窓口まどぐちservice window, ticket window
• 窓際まどぎわbeside the window, window side
• 窓丁まどちょうwindow frame