建築様式

• Reading: けんちくようしき
• Romaji: kenchiku youshiki
• Kanji breakdown: 建 (ken) — build; 築 (chiku) — construct; 様 (yō) — manner, style; 式 (shiki) — form, ceremony
• Pronunciation: /keɴ.tɕi.kɯ.joː.ɕi.ki/

Meaning

Architectural style. The characteristic design approach of a building or era of construction.

A compound noun combining 建築 (architecture) with 様式 (style, mode, form). Used to describe distinct design traditions such as 和風建築様式 (Japanese-style architecture), ゴシック建築様式 (Gothic architectural style), or バロック建築様式 (Baroque). Common in art history, tourism, and cultural discussions.

Examples

1. 京都の寺院には独特の建築様式が見られる。 The temples of Kyoto feature a distinctive architectural style.
2. ヨーロッパ各国の建築様式の違いに驚いた。 I was amazed by the differences in architectural styles across European countries.
3. この建物は明治時代の西洋建築様式を取り入れている。 This building incorporates the Western architectural style of the Meiji era.

Usage Guide

Context: art history, tourism, architecture

Tone: academic

Origin & History

Compound of 建築 (architecture) + 様式 (style, form). 様式 itself combines 様 (manner, style) + 式 (ceremony, form, formula).

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Educated