JLPT N1 Advanced
軒
Eaves of a roof, or a counter for houses and shops.
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Other forms
簷 rare
檐 rare
1 Noun
Eaves (of a roof)
Refers to the overhanging edge of a roof that extends beyond the exterior walls.
Example
雨 が 降って きた ので 、 軒 の 下 で 雨宿り を した 。
It started raining, so I took shelter under the eaves.
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2 Counter
Counter for houses/buildings
Serves as a unit for counting standalone houses, shops, and restaurants.
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