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窓
Window
まど (mado)
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
Many Japanese trains have 窓側 (madogawa) and 通路側 (tsuurogawa) seats. Travelers often request a 窓側 seat to enjoy views of Mount Fuji.
Memory Trick
Imagine opening a WINDOW to let fresh air and sunlight into your room.
Readings
Onyomi: ソウ (sou)
Kunyomi: まど (mado)
Example Words
窓
まど (mado)
Window
窓口
まどぐち (madoguchi)
Service counter
窓側
まどがわ (madogawa)
Window side
車窓
しゃそう (shasou)
View from a vehicle window
Example Sentence
窓を 開けてください。
まどを あけてください。
mado o akete kudasai
Please open the window.