Japanese Word · Beginner
デイケア
a rehabilitation centre or group therapy centre where people receive treatment during the day
Pronunciation: [de̞ːke̞a̠]
Meaning
a rehabilitation centre or group therapy centre where people receive treatment during the day
Example
寝たきり老人や体の弱い老人を家族の留守中だけ預かって世話をする「デイケアセンター」の建設が立川市錦町六のニ八の一五、社会福祉法人・至誠老人ホームで、進められている。
Construction of a “daycare center” to care for bedridden or frail elders just while their families are out is underway at Shisei Elder Home and Social Center, 6-28-15, Nishikicho
Practice tips
- Practice デイケア out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for beginner-level learners.