chōdaiga mae
1. ornamental doorway (in the raised area of a shoin-style reception suite)
Noun
1. ornamental doorway (in the raised area of a shoin-style reception suite)
1. to set up (a house, store, etc.); to build
2. to have at the ready (e.g. a gun); to hold in preparation (e.g. a camera)
+ 5 additional meanings1. to lie in wait (for); to be on the watch (for)
1. preparedness; readiness
1. long and large; tall and large
1. Come out, please.; Come here, please.
1. Let me see.; Show me.
1. Say that.; Tell me that.
1. Begin, please.; Start, please.