手紙
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Base noun form. Refers to a written letter or message. Can be used with particles like 『を』 (o, object marker) or 『が』 (ga, subject marker) in sentences.
Theme
Two friends, Yumi and User, are at a café discussing plans to send a letter to a mutual friend who moved abroad.
手紙
てがみ
letter
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Imagine writing a letter with your hand on paper. 'Te' (手) means 'hand' and 'kami' (紙) means 'paper' — your hand writes on paper to make a 'letter'!
Cultural Note
In Japan, writing 『手紙』 (tegami, 'letter') is still valued for personal communication, especially for formal occasions like thank-you notes or seasonal greetings. Traditional stationery and calligraphy are often used to add a personal touch.
Forms
Base: 手紙Base noun form. Refers to a written letter or message. Can be used with particles like 『を』 (o, object marker) or 『が』 (ga, subject marker) in sentences.