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VocabJLPT N1

landlady

Noun

Definitions

1. proprietress (of a traditional Japanese inn, restaurant, or shop)
2. landlady

This noun refers to the female owner or manager of a traditional Japanese inn, restaurant, or establishment. She is typically responsible for hospitality and managing the staff and guests.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"A regular just came back," the proprietress said, beaming.

Sentence 2

The proprietress here has a surprisingly sharp sense of humor.

Sentence 3

The food was running late, and the proprietress apologized, "I'll have it right out."

Sentence 4

Apparently the proprietress had to put off the renovation due to budget constraints.

Sentence 5

Tradition is something passed down through the example a proprietress sets.