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道具
dougu
Description
「道具」は、何かをするときに使う物のことです。
"道具" refers to things used when doing something.
料理や勉強、仕事など、いろいろな場面で使う便利な物を指します。
It refers to useful items used in various situations like cooking, studying, or work.
Meanings
道具dougu
tool; instrument; utensil
料理の道具を買いました。
I bought cooking utensils.
道具dougu
means; person used for a purpose
彼は道具として使われた。
He was used as a tool.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
道 (way/path) + 具 (equipment); originally Buddhist implements, now any tool.
- Nuance
道具 is general everyday tools, while 工具 means specialized work/hand tools.
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