Translation and Meaning of: 遊園地 - yuuenchi

The word 「遊園地」 (yuuenchi) is composed of the kanji 「遊」 (yuu) and 「園地」 (enchi). The kanji 「遊」 means "game" or "play", while 「園」 refers to "garden" or "park", and 「地」 means "land" or "place". Thus, the etymology of 「遊園地」 refers to a "place for games in a park", more commonly translated as "amusement park". This combination conveys the idea of a space dedicated to leisure, fun, and entertainment.

An amusement park, or 「遊園地」, is typically a place with various attractions such as roller coasters, carousels, and various forms of entertainment, intended for people of all ages. These parks are built to provide fun and escapism from everyday life, offering a diversity of attractions that combine technology, creativity, and excitement. Moreover, they are an important social space where families and friends can spend quality time together.

The origin of amusement parks in Japan dates back to the Meiji era, but it was after World War II that they truly proliferated, inspired by Western models. Today, Japan is home to some of the most innovative and technologically advanced entertainment programs in the world. Parks like Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan are famous examples that attract millions of visitors annually, all in search of fun and new experiences. This growth has been driven by a mix of cultural influence and entrepreneurship, positioning amusement parks as an essential part of social and cultural life in Japan.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 遊戯場 (Yūgijō) - Field or play area.
• 遊戯施設 (Yūgishisetsu) - Installation intended for games.
• 遊戯場所 (Yūgibasho) - Place for games.
• 遊戯公園 (Yūgikōen) - Playground.
• 遊戯園 (Yūgien) - Playground.
• 遊園 (Yūen) - Recreational area; usually a park or garden with activities.
• 遊園施設 (Yūenshisetsu) - Recreational installation.
• 遊園場 (Yūenba) - Area dedicated to recreational activities.
• 遊園公園 (Yūen kōen) - Recreational park.
• 遊園地帯 (Yūenchitai) - Recreational areas zone.
• 遊園地区 (Yūenchiku) - Recreational district.
• 遊園地域 (Yūenchiiki) - Recreational area.
• 遊園地方 (Yūenchihō) - Recreational area.
• 遊園地景 (Yūenchikei) - Recreational area landscape.

遊園地

Romaji: yuuenchi
Kana: ゆうえんち
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n2

Translation / Meaning: Amusement park

Meaning in English: amusement park

Definition: A funfair is a place where you can enjoy rides such as Ferris wheels, roller coasters, and games.

Example Sentences - (遊園地) yuuenchi

See below some example sentences:

遊園地に行きたいです。

Yūenchi ni ikitai desu

I want to go to the amusement park.

I want to go to an amusement park.

• 遊園地 (yūenchi) - Amusement park
• に (ni) - Particle that indicates destination or location
• 行きたい (ikitai) - want to go
• です (desu) - Verb to be/estar in the present