How to say 'Building' in Japanese | ビル

word

Meaning

Building

Reading

Explanation

The Japanese noun 'ビル (びる)' refers to a 'building', particularly a modern, multi-story structure often used for offices or commercial purposes. This term is derived from the English word 'building' and is written in katakana to reflect its foreign origin. It is commonly used in urban contexts to describe skyscrapers, office buildings, or large commercial establishments. For example: That building is tall「あのビルは高い」(あのびるはたかい). I work in that building「私はあのビルで働いています」(わたしはあのびるではたらいています). Note that 'ビル' is distinct from other terms like '建物 (たてもの)', which is a more general term for any type of building.

Part Of Speech

noun

Frequency

1996

Composition

katakana

Handwriting