手帳
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Noun meaning 'notebook' or 'planner'. It combines 『手』 (te, 'hand') and 『帳』 (chou, 'book / Register'), implying a portable book for personal use. Often used in phrases like 『手帳を書く』 (techou o kaku, 'to write in a notebook').
Theme
Two friends, Mika and User, are shopping at a stationery store in Tokyo. Mika is looking for a new notebook to organize her schedule.
手帳
てちょう
notebook
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'handy' notebook you carry in your hand — 『手帳』 (techou, 'notebook') sounds like 'tech-oh' for a tech-savvy notebook you write in by hand. 'Hand' (手) + 'book' (帳) → notebook!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『手帳』 (techou, 'notebook') is essential for daily organization, often used as a planner or diary. Many people carry one to schedule appointments, jot notes, or track tasks, reflecting the culture's emphasis on punctuality and planning.
Forms
Base: 手帳Noun meaning 'notebook' or 'planner'. It combines 『手』 (te, 'hand') and 『帳』 (chou, 'book / Register'), implying a portable book for personal use. Often used in phrases like 『手帳を書く』 (techou o kaku, 'to write in a notebook').