pagoda

noun

pa·​go·​da pə-ˈgō-də 

: a tower in eastern Asia usually with roofs curving upward at the division of each of several stories and erected as a temple or memorial

Illustration of pagoda

Examples of pagoda in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Generations of locals have grown up on its signature franks — split down the middle, grilled in a secret sauce, and served from an unmistakable pagoda-style stand. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 15 July 2026

In Japan, the architectural style of Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure, is reminiscent of a pagoda. — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

The National Museum of Korea is a short walk from my home, set among bamboo groves and pagodas. — Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 11 June 2026

The plans, later revised to include a pagoda-style roofline, quickly gained attention on social media, sparking community backlash and a petition that has gained nearly 19,000 signatures. — Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 3 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Portuguese pagode statue of a deity, Hindu or Buddhist temple

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pagoda

• amphipoda
• copepoda
• decapoda
• gastropoda
• isopoda
• nematoda
• coda
• oda
• soda
• toda
• ostracoda

Kids Definition

pagoda

noun

pa·​go·​da pə-ˈgōd-ə 

: a tower in eastern Asia of several stories erected as a temple or memorial