手掛かり
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Base noun form. Refers to a piece of information or evidence that helps solve a problem or mystery.
Theme
In a mystery-solving game, User is working with Detective Tanaka to find clues in a room.
手掛かり
てがかり
hint / clue / key
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Think of a 'hand' (手 te) 'hanging' (掛かり kakari) onto a clue — your hand grabs a hint to solve a mystery! 'Hand-hanging' → 手掛かり (tegakari, 'hint / Clue').
Cultural Note
『手掛かり』 (tegakari) is often used in detective stories, puzzles, and problem-solving contexts in Japan. It's a key term in mystery genres like『推理小説』 (suiri shousetsu, 'mystery novels') and escape rooms.
Forms
Base: 手掛かりBase noun form. Refers to a piece of information or evidence that helps solve a problem or mystery.