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外壁
gaiheki
What does "外壁" mean in English?
exterior wallこの建物の外壁はレンガでできている。
The exterior wall of this building is made of bricks.
How to use "外壁" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
formal
The outer wall of a building or structure, typically made of materials like brick, concrete, or siding.
外壁の塗装が剥がれている。
The paint on the exterior wall is peeling.
Often used in construction, architecture, and real estate contexts.
Pro Tip
Construction Context
In construction documents, 外壁 is often specified by material (e.g., 'コンクリート外壁' for concrete exterior walls).
Word Origin
Composed of 外 (gai, meaning 'outer') and 壁 (heki, meaning 'wall').
Usage Notes
In technical contexts, it may refer to the structural or decorative outer layer of a building.
Word Breakdown
外
outer
prefix壁
wall
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