1.
mansion; grand residence; estate
A large, impressive house or residence, typically belonging to a wealthy or high-status family. The お prefix adds a sense of respect or refinement.
The polite prefix お adds refinement and is standard when referring to mansions or grand residences. Without the prefix, 屋敷 alone can refer to any large dwelling but sounds more neutral or historical. In modern usage, お屋敷 often evokes old money, traditional architecture, or historical estates.
Common collocations
- お屋敷街 — upscale residential neighborhood
- お屋敷町 — mansion district (historical)
- 古いお屋敷 — old mansion
- 立派なお屋敷 — splendid mansion