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Base noun form. Refers to a long, thin object like a rod or pole, often used for drying laundry or as a support. In Japanese, it typically requires a counter like 『本』 (hon) when counting, e.g., 『一本の竿』 (ippon no sao, 'one rod').
Theme
At a local hardware store, User and their friend Yoshiko look for items to set up a drying area in their small apartment balcony.
竿
さお
rod, pole (e.g., for drying laundry)
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'saw' (竿 sao sounds like 'saw') cutting through a pole — it's a rod for drying laundry! 'Saw' → 竿 (sao, 'rod, pole').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『竿』 (sao, 'rod, pole') is commonly used for hanging laundry on balconies or in gardens, reflecting the traditional practice of air-drying clothes to save energy and keep fabrics fresh.
Forms
Base: 竿Base noun form. Refers to a long, thin object like a rod or pole, often used for drying laundry or as a support. In Japanese, it typically requires a counter like 『本』 (hon) when counting, e.g., 『一本の竿』 (ippon no sao, 'one rod').