灰皿
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Noun meaning 'ashtray.' Composed of 『灰』 (hai, 'ash') and 『皿』 (sara, 'tray'). Used to hold cigarette ashes and butts. Example: 『灰皿を置いてください』 (haizara o oite kudasai, 'please put an ashtray').
Theme
At a family gathering, User and their aunt Yoshiko are cleaning up after a meal and discussing household items.
灰皿
はいざら
ashtray
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Think of 'ash' in a tray — 『灰』 (hai, 'ash') + 『皿』 (sara, 'tray') = ashtray. It's like a 'high tray' for ashes, but remember it's for smoking! 'Ash tray' → 灰皿 (hai-zara, 'ashtray').
Cultural Note
In Japan, ashtrays are often provided in designated smoking areas, such as outside restaurants or in smoking rooms, due to strict indoor smoking regulations. The term 『灰皿』 (haizara) is commonly seen on signs indicating smoking zones.
Forms
Base: 灰皿Noun meaning 'ashtray.' Composed of 『灰』 (hai, 'ash') and 『皿』 (sara, 'tray'). Used to hold cigarette ashes and butts. Example: 『灰皿を置いてください』 (haizara o oite kudasai, 'please put an ashtray').