maiko

/ ˈmaɪkəʊ /

noun

1. an apprentice geisha

Word History and Origins

Origin of maiko¹

from Japanese, literally: dancer

Example Sentences

Netflix in particular has engaged with the genre through older hits such as Midnight Diner and more recent releases such as The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House.

From Salon

“They’re just unable, actually, to pay rent because the rents have been increasing so quickly,” said Maiko Winkler-Chin, director of the Seattle Office of Housing.

From Seattle Times

“Once we award and make that commitment, it’s a priority to follow through on that commitment,” said Office of Housing Director Maiko Winkler-Chin.

From Seattle Times

"It's not just wine, in general everything's going up, especially my favourite imported items," said Maiko Kissaka, a 49-year-old manager at a foreign investment company.

From Reuters

Eager visitors harassed geisha’s apprentices, maiko, for photographs on their way to work.

From New York Times