Meaning and Usage
"庭" (にわ) primarily means "garden" or "yard" in Japanese. It refers to an outdoor space attached to a house or building, often used for plants, flowers, or leisure.
Common Contexts
This word is frequently used when talking about home environments, gardening, or outdoor activities involving family or children. It can describe both small and large outdoor spaces.
Collocations and Patterns
- 庭に花が咲く (にわにはながさく): flowers bloom in the garden
- 庭で遊ぶ (にわであそぶ): play in the yard
- 庭の掃除 (にわのそうじ): cleaning the garden
These phrases are common in daily conversation and help express activities related to the garden.
Register and Nuance
"庭" is a neutral and common word suitable for everyday conversation. It is neither formal nor casual but fits well in family or home-related contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "庭" with "公園" (こうえん, park). Remember, "庭" is usually private and attached to a home, while "公園" is a public park.