(ひろば)

ひろば
noun
plaza, square, open space
1. plaza, square, public open space
An open public area in a town or city, often used for gatherings, events, or recreation.
An event is being held at the station square.
Children are playing in the plaza.
There is a fountain in the central square.
A flea market was held in the plaza.
Let's meet in front of the clock in the square.

広場(ひろば) refers to open public spaces in urban areas, used for various purposes.

Common compound words:

  • 駅前(えきまえ)広場(ひろば) (station square)
  • 中央(ちゅうおう)広場(ひろば) (central plaza)
  • 市民(しみん)広場(ひろば) (citizen's plaza)
  • (あそ)広場(ひろば) (playground)

Related terms:

  • 公園(こうえん) (park - larger, with greenery)
  • プラザ (plaza - loanword)