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[こう(後)·きゅう(宮)]
koukyuu
noun

English Meaning(s) for 後宮

noun
  1. inner palace (reserved for women); harem; seraglio
  2. consort of the emperor
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Definition and Synonyms for 後宮

Harem living quarters reserved for wives and concubines and female relatives in a Muslim household
Synonyms: ハーレム, 内廷, 后宮, 後宮

Meanings for each kanji in 後宮

» behind; back; later
» Shinto shrine; constellations; palace; princess

Categories 後宮 is a member of

Quarters housing available for people to live in
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Sample Sentences for 後宮

It appears that I don't have it in me to have a harem in my charge.
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