“Counter for buildings” in Japanese
Short answer
Counter for buildings in Japanese is “宇” (u). Full meaning: counter for buildings, roofs, tents, etc..
Other ways to say “Counter for buildings” in Japanese
棟
tou large building, building with a long roof; counter for buildings, apartments, etc.; ridge (of roof)
軒
ken eaves; narrow aisle surrounding the core of a temple building; counter for buildings (esp. houses)
ゲン
gen eaves; narrow aisle surrounding the core of a temple building; counter for buildings (esp. houses)
げん
gen eaves; narrow aisle surrounding the core of a temple building; counter for buildings (esp. houses)
のき
noki eaves; narrow aisle surrounding the core of a temple building; counter for buildings (esp. houses)
簷
noki eaves; narrow aisle surrounding the core of a temple building; counter for buildings (esp. houses)
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