1.
capacity, fixed number of people, seating limit
The maximum or designated number of people that a space, vehicle, or organization can accommodate.
Compound of 定 (fixed, set) + 員 (member, person). Refers to the maximum or designated number of people a space, vehicle, or event can hold.
Common expressions
- 定員オーバー: over capacity
- 定員割れ: under capacity, not enough participants
- 定員に達する: to reach capacity
- 定員制: limited capacity (system)
- 乗車定員: passenger capacity
Usage
Used for rooms, vehicles, classes, events, and organizations. For elevators, 定員 is usually listed in both number of people and weight.