No. 1,754 in Japanese
プラザ
"Plaza" in Japanese refers to a public square, shopping area, or open space often used for gatherings or commerce.
In a sentence
そのビルの一階に広いプラザがあります。
There is a spacious plaza on the ground floor of that building.
'プラザ' (puraza) refers to a large open public space or square, often associated with commercial or gathering purposes.
プラザホテルには豪華なレストランがあります。
The Plaza Hotel has a luxurious restaurant.
'プラザ' (puraza) is used here as part of a proper noun for a hotel name, implying sophistication or luxury.
来週、新しいショッピングプラザがオープンします。
Next week, a new shopping plaza will open.
'プラザ' (puraza) describes a shopping complex or center, emphasizing its commercial nature.
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