予備
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Base noun form. Used to refer to something kept in reserve or as a backup, often paired with 『の』 (no, possessive) or as a standalone term.
Theme
User and their coworker Taro are preparing for a presentation. Taro is checking if they have all the necessary items.
予備
よび
preparation, spare
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'yobi' (sounds like 'yobi') as a spare tire in your car — it's your preparation for emergencies. 'Yobi' → 予備 (yobi, 'preparation, spare').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『予備』 (yobi, 'preparation, spare') is often used in contexts like 『予備校』 (yobikou, 'cram school') for exam preparation, or 『予備の電池』 (yobi no denchi, 'spare battery') for backup items.
Forms
Base: 予備Base noun form. Used to refer to something kept in reserve or as a backup, often paired with 『の』 (no, possessive) or as a standalone term.