B1 noun Neutral

施設

/ɕisetsɯ/

A building, equipment, or complex established for a specific purpose or service, such as public utilities, education, or healthcare.

Examples

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1

近所にスポーツ施設ができた。

A sports facility was built in the neighborhood.

2

本施設内での喫煙は固くお断りします。

Smoking inside this facility is strictly prohibited.

3

あそこの施設、結構古いよね。

That facility over there is quite old, isn't it?

Word Family

Noun
施設
Verb
施設する (rare)
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Memory Tip

She (Shi) Sets (Setsu) up a building facility.

Quick Quiz

図書館や公園などの公共(  )を大切にする。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 施設

Examples

1

近所にスポーツ施設ができた。

everyday

A sports facility was built in the neighborhood.

2

本施設内での喫煙は固くお断りします。

formal

Smoking inside this facility is strictly prohibited.

3

あそこの施設、結構古いよね。

informal

That facility over there is quite old, isn't it?

4

教育施設における情報技術の導入状況を調査した。

academic

Investigated the status of IT introduction in educational facilities.

5

宿泊施設の予約を確認する。

business

Confirm the reservation of the accommodation facility.

Word Family

Noun
施設
Verb
施設する (rare)

Common Collocations

公共施設 public facilities
宿泊施設 accommodation facilities
施設を利用する to use a facility
介護施設 nursing care facility
教育施設 educational facility

Common Phrases

複合施設

complex facility

バリアフリー施設

barrier-free facility

施設管理

facility management

Often Confused With

施設 vs 設備

Shisetsu refers to the whole building/institution; Setsubi refers to the specific equipment/fixtures inside.

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Usage Notes

Common in IELTS Listening sections when describing campus maps or city layouts.

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Common Mistakes

Using 'shisetsu' when you specifically mean 'machine' or 'tool' (use kikai/dougu).

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Memory Tip

She (Shi) Sets (Setsu) up a building facility.

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Word Origin

Kanji for 'carry out' and 'establish'.

Grammar Patterns

...という施設 施設を利用する

Quick Quiz

図書館や公園などの公共(  )を大切にする。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 施設

More society words

深刻

B1

Very serious, grave, or critical. Often used to describe problems that have significant negative effects.

実態

B1

The actual condition or reality of a situation, especially as opposed to how it is supposed to be or how it appears.

活動

B1

A thing that a person or group does or has done; the state of being active.

密接

B1

Being close together or having a very close connection or relationship.

権威

B1

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience, or a person with expert knowledge. Frequently used in IELTS when discussing leadership or academic expertise.

浸透

B1

The process of a liquid gradually passing through a substance, or the gradual spread of ideas, culture, or influence. Used in IELTS for chemistry or sociology.

崩壊

B1

The process of a structure or system falling down or giving way. Frequently used in IELTS to describe economic bubbles or social structures failing.

先導

B2

To lead, guide, or be at the forefront of a movement, group, or trend. It implies being a pioneer or taking the initiative.

法律

A1

A system of official rules that a country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties. It specifically refers to statutes and legislation passed by a governing body.

権利

A1

Kenri refers to a legal or moral entitlement to have something or to act in a certain way. It describes the power or status recognized by law or society that allows an individual to claim specific benefits or freedoms.

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