Lexical entry

スタンドバー

sutandobaa

A Japanese-style bar, especially one where people stand while drinking.

Food & DrinkPure GairaigoWasei-EigoCompoundSource: English

Meaning

A wasei compound meaning a bar or standing bar. It is not a direct loan of an English phrase in native usage, but a Japanese formation built from English-looking elements.

bar or drinking place
standing-drink bar

Examples

Example Sentences

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スタンディングバー

An establishment where customers consume drinks while standing at a counter.

スタンドカラー

A collar that stands upright around the neck.

スタンドプレー

Showy self-display, especially in public or in a group setting.

Evidence and Provenance

Data source: JMdict_english
Revision: JMdict.2026-04-17
Review flags: possible-wasei, related-candidate-uncertain
Active language: English