包装
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Base noun form. Refers to the act or material used for packing or wrapping items. Used in phrases like 『包装紙』 (hōsōshi, 'wrapping paper') or 『包装する』 (hōsō suru, 'to wrap').
Theme
In a gift shop, User is helping their coworker Kenji choose wrapping for a present. They talk about different packing styles and materials.
包装
ほうそう
packing, wrapping
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Think of 'packing' a gift with wrapping paper. 『包装』 (hōsō, 'packing / Wrapping') sounds like 'ho-so' — imagine saying 'ho, so neatly wrapped!' as you pack something.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『包装』 (hōsō, 'packing / Wrapping') is an important part of gift-giving culture, often done meticulously in stores to show care and respect. It's common to see beautifully wrapped items in department stores.
Forms
Base: 包装Base noun form. Refers to the act or material used for packing or wrapping items. Used in phrases like 『包装紙』 (hōsōshi, 'wrapping paper') or 『包装する』 (hōsō suru, 'to wrap').