着工
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Noun meaning the commencement of construction or building work. Often used in formal contexts like project announcements. Example: 『着工式』 (chakkou-shiki, 'ground-breaking ceremony').
Theme
User is a new employee at a construction company, discussing project timelines with their experienced colleague, Tanaka, in the office.
着工
ちゃっこう
start of (construction) work
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Imagine a construction site where workers 'kick off' the project. 'Kick off' sounds like 'ki-kou' — think of 『着工』 (chakkou, 'start of work') as the kick-off moment for building something new!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『着工』 (chakkou, 'start of work') is often used in formal announcements for construction projects, such as new buildings or infrastructure. It marks the official beginning of physical work, and ceremonies like 『地鎮祭』 (jichinsai, 'ground-breaking ceremony') may be held to pray for safety and success.
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Base: 着工Noun meaning the commencement of construction or building work. Often used in formal contexts like project announcements. Example: 『着工式』 (chakkou-shiki, 'ground-breaking ceremony').