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[きょく()]
kyoku
noun, noun, used as a suffix, counter

English Meaning(s) for 局

noun, noun, used as a suffix
  1. bureau; department
  2. office (e.g. post, telephone); broadcasting station (e.g. television, radio); channel; exchange
  3. affair; situation
noun, noun, used as a suffix, counter
  1. game (of go, shogi, etc.)

Definition and Synonyms for 局

Section a specialized division of a large organization
Synonyms: セクション, 学部, , , , , , 部局, 部門
Agency an administrative unit of government
Synonyms: からくり, 公社, 官府, 官衙, , , , 役所, 役所, 政府機関, 機関, 行政官庁

Meanings for each kanji in 局

» bureau; board; office; affair; conclusion; court lady; lady-in-waiting; her apartment

Categories 局 is a member of

Administrative Unit a unit with administrative responsibilities
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Division an administrative unit in government or business
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 局

Sample Sentences for 局

Is there a post office near here?
This straight road will lead you to the post office.
I wonder if you could tell me if there is a post office in this area.
Please tell me the way to the post office.
Must you go to the post office?

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