Meaning

Primary

Shinjuku

Word Type

proper noun

Explanation

The new lodge area is Shinjuku, a popular district in Tokyo. Perhaps there are many places to stay in Shinjuku. Either way, you should visit, it's fun! It will help if you've heard of Shinjuku before, too. Do some research about Shinjuku if you've never heard of it.

Reading

しんじゅく
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well. Just be careful of the しゅく changing to じゅく. Once again, will help if you've heard of Shinjuku.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 新宿にいる

    to be in Shinjuku

    新宿にある

    to be in Shinjuku

    新宿に行く

    to go to Shinjuku

Context Sentences

この新宿のホテルのシャワーは、水かぬるま湯しか出ない。

This Shinjuku hotel's shower only has cold or lukewarm water.

え、マリアって新宿でバイトしてるの?

Wait, Maria is working part-time in Shinjuku?

新宿二丁目は今はゲイタウンとして知られています。

Shinjuku 2-chome is now known as a gay town.

Kanji Composition