厨房

chūbō

kitchen

この厨房は広くて便利です

This kitchen is spacious and convenient

formal

A room or area in a house or building used for cooking and food preparation

新しい家の厨房はモダンなデザインです

The kitchen in the new house has a modern design

The term is commonly used in both residential and commercial contexts

Collocations

厨房用品kitchenware厨房設備kitchen equipment厨房の片付けkitchen cleanup

Synonyms

キッチン調理場

Related Phrases

厨房の神様phrase

the god of the kitchen (a humorous or respectful term for the cook)

Pro Tip

Formal vs. Casual Usage

While '厨房' is more formal, 'キッチン' is the casual equivalent and more commonly used in everyday conversation.

Word Origin

Combination of '厨' (chū, meaning 'kitchen') and '房' (bō, meaning 'room')

Usage Notes

In modern Japanese, 'キッチン' (kitchen) is also commonly used, especially in casual contexts. '厨房' is more formal and often used in technical or professional settings.

Word Breakdown

厨

kitchen

root

房

room

root

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