Meaning and Usage
The suffix ～場 (じょう) is attached to nouns to indicate a place or site where a specific activity or event occurs. It often refers to physical locations like fields, grounds, or halls.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see ～場 used with sports (野球場 - baseball field), work sites (工事現場 - construction site), and event spaces (会議場 - conference hall).
Collocations and Patterns
- 野球場 (やきゅうじょう): baseball field, used in sports contexts.
- 工事現場 (こうじげんば): construction site, emphasizes a work location.
- 会議場 (かいぎじょう): conference hall, a place for meetings.
Register and Nuance
This suffix is neutral and commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It clearly specifies the location related to an activity.
Common Learner Mistake
Confusing ～場 with ～所 (しょ), which also means place but is more general. ～場 specifically implies a place for an activity or event, so use it when emphasizing the function of the location.