名門校(めいもんこう)

めいもんこう
noun
prestigious school; elite school
education
1. prestigious school; elite school; distinguished institution
A school with a long history, strong reputation, and notable achievements, whether in academics, sports, or other areas. Applies to schools at all levels from elementary through university.
息子(むすこ)を名門校(めいもんこう)に入(い)れたい。
I want to get my son into a prestigious school.
あの名門校(めいもんこう)は毎年(まいとし)東大(とうだい)に多(おお)くの合格者(ごうかくしゃ)を出(だ)す。
That prestigious school produces many successful Tokyo University applicants every year.
甲子園(こうしえん)には全国(ぜんこく)の名門校(めいもんこう)が集(あつ)まる。
Elite schools from across the country gather at Koshien.

Composed of 名門(めいもん) (distinguished family/lineage; prestigious institution) + 校(こう) (school). Refers to schools renowned for their tradition, academic excellence, or competitive success in sports.

In Japan, 名門校(めいもんこう) can refer to academic powerhouses (schools that send many students to top universities), or to schools famous for sports achievements (especially in baseball at 甲子園(こうしえん) or in 駅伝(えきでん) relay racing).

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 名門(めいもん): prestigious institution — the base word, also used for families and organizations
  • 進学校(しんがくこう): college-prep school — specifically focused on academic achievement and university entrance
  • 有名校(ゆうめいこう): famous school — simply well-known, without the prestige connotation

Related Words

Compare: 進学校(しんがくこう) (college-prep school)
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