VocabJLPT N2
dormitory
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. hostel
  2. 2. dormitory
  3. 3. bureau (government department beneath a ministry under the ritsuryō system)
  4. 4. tea-ceremony room
This noun refers to a dormitory or residential facility provided for students or workers, typically associated with a school or company. Residents usually share common spaces and live under a set of rules. It is a common living arrangement for students attending schools away from home.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Sure, the dorm is convenient, but you really do give up a lot of freedom.

Sentence 2

I'm still not used to dorm life — it's kind of wearing me out.

Sentence 3

There's just something about dorm hallways that smells like a hospital.

Sentence 4

We plan to review the dorm's management company this fiscal year.

Sentence 5

I finally made it back to the dorm and the key won't work! Are you kidding me!