Meaning

Primary

Admission

Alternatives

Entrance, Introduction, Apprenticeship

Word Type

noun, verbal noun, の adjective

Explanation

If you are able to enter the gate then you have gained admission and entrance to the facility. Sometimes you do this to start an apprenticeship, where you get an introduction to some sweet new skills, like how to make an entrance.

Reading

にゅうもん
  • 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.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 入門を決意する

    to decide to become an apprentice

    入門を考える

    to consider becoming an apprentice

    入門をする

    to begin an introduction to something, to enter into an apprenticeship

Context Sentences

まずは入門コースから始めましょう。

Let's start with the introductory course first.

彼は有名なヨガの先生のところに入門したそうですよ。

I heard he started his training under a famous yoga instructor.

この本はプログラミングの入門書です。

This book is an introductory text on programming.

Kanji Composition