1.
lakeside; lakeshore; shore of a lake
The area along the edge of a lake. Often associated with scenic views, resorts, and recreational activities.
湖畔でキャンプをした。
We camped by the lake.
湖畔のホテルに泊まった。
I stayed at a lakeside hotel.
静かな湖畔を散歩しながら、鳥の声を聞いた。
While strolling along the quiet lakeshore, I listened to the birdsong.
USAGE:
A somewhat literary word often used in travel writing and scenic descriptions. 湖畔 evokes a peaceful, natural setting and is commonly associated with vacation spots and resort areas.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 湖畔のホテル (lakeside hotel)
- 湖畔を散歩する (to stroll along the lake)
- 湖畔に建つ (to stand by the lake)
- 湖畔でキャンプする (to camp by the lake)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 湖岸: lakeshore — more technical, used in geography
- 岸辺: shore, waterside — can refer to any body of water
- 畔: beside, edge — poetic/literary term for the edge of water