Meaning of 棟(とう) in Japanese

棟
JLPT 1
Kana Reading
とう
Romaji
tō
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    large building; building with a long roof
  • Parts of speech
    suffix, counter
    Meaning
    counter for buildings, apartments, etc.

Related Kanji

棟 JLPT 1

12 strokes

ridgepole, ridge

On'Yomi: トウ

Kun'Yomi: むね, むな-

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