Meaning

Primary

Bookshelf

Alternative

Bookcase

Word Type

noun

Explanation

A write shelf is a shelf with writing on it. That's a bookshelf or bookcase.

Reading

しょか
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

わっ!うちの父さん、お前のと全く同じ書架を持ってるぜ。お前もIKEAで買ったの?

Wow! My dad has the exact same bookshelf as you. Did you buy it at IKEA?

Kanji Composition