封筒
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Base noun form. Refers to an envelope for holding letters or documents. Written with kanji: 封 (seal) and 筒 (tube / Cylinder).
Theme
At a post office, User is sending a letter and asks the clerk, Mr. Tanaka, for help with choosing the right envelope. Mr. Tanaka is assisting with postal services.
封筒
ふうとう
envelope
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Think of a '封筒' (fuutou, 'envelope') as something that 'seals' letters. The first character 封 (fuu) means 'seal' or 'close', helping you remember its purpose.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 封筒 (fuutou) are commonly used for mailing letters, bills, and formal documents. They come in various sizes and colors, with specific types for business and personal use, such as 長形封筒 (nagagata fuutou, 'long envelope') for official papers.
Forms
Base: 封筒Base noun form. Refers to an envelope for holding letters or documents. Written with kanji: 封 (seal) and 筒 (tube / Cylinder).