ボールペン
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Base noun form. It's a loanword from English 'ball-point pen', written in katakana. Used as a standalone noun without conjugation.
Theme
At a stationery store, User and their friend Ken are looking for writing supplies for a project.
ボールペン
ボールペン
ball-point pen
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'ball' rolling on paper to write — that's a ball-point pen! 'Ball' → ボール (bōru) + pen → ボールペン (bōrupen, 'ball-point pen').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『ボールペン』 (bōrupen, 'ball-point pen') is a common writing tool used in offices, schools, and daily life. It's often preferred for its convenience and reliability over fountain pens.
Forms
Base: ボールペンBase noun form. It's a loanword from English 'ball-point pen', written in katakana. Used as a standalone noun without conjugation.