Meaning

Primary

Palace

Alternatives

Sanctuary, Hall Of Fame

Word Type

noun

Explanation

Milord's hall is a nice place. It's where a lord would live. A palace. By extension, this can also mean a sanctuary, and even a hall of fame.

Reading

でんどう
  • 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

その殿堂の屋根は、たくさんの柱で支えられています。

The roof of the palace is supported by many pillars.

東大は学問の殿堂と言われています。

The University of Tokyo is said to be a sanctuary of learning.

お前にとって、殿堂入りを果たした選手といえば、誰になる?

Who would you say are the players that should be inducted into the hall of fame?

Kanji Composition