棒
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Base noun form. Refers to a long, cylindrical object. Can be used alone or with counters like 『一本』 (ippon, 'one long object'). Example: 『棒を拾う』 (bō o hirou, 'pick up a stick').
Theme
At a park, User and their friend Yumi are setting up a tent for a camping trip and discussing equipment.
棒
ぼう
pole, rod, stick
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'bone' (棒 bō sounds like 'bone') that's long and straight — it's a pole or stick! 'Bone' → 棒 (bō, 'pole, rod, stick').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『棒』 (bō, 'pole, rod, stick') is used in various contexts, such as in martial arts like 『棒術』 (bōjutsu, 'stick fighting') or as a tool in daily life, like a 『杖』 (tsue, 'cane') for support.
Forms
Base: 棒Base noun form. Refers to a long, cylindrical object. Can be used alone or with counters like 『一本』 (ippon, 'one long object'). Example: 『棒を拾う』 (bō o hirou, 'pick up a stick').