絵の具
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Noun meaning 'colors' or 'paints'. Used for art supplies like watercolors or acrylics. Example: 『絵の具で絵を描く』 (enogu de e o kaku, 'to draw a picture with paints').
Theme

User and their art classmate Mika are discussing supplies for an upcoming painting project at school.

絵の具

えのぐ

colors, paints

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Memory Hook

Imagine an artist's palette full of vibrant colors. 'E-no-gu' sounds like 'Ain't no goo'—but it's actually colorful paint! Think: 'Paint' → 絵の具 (enogu, 'colors, paints').

Cultural Note

In Japanese schools, children often use 『絵の具』 (enogu, 'paints') in art classes to create colorful drawings and crafts. It's a common item in elementary school supply kits.

Forms

Base: 絵の具Noun meaning 'colors' or 'paints'. Used for art supplies like watercolors or acrylics. Example: 『絵の具で絵を描く』 (enogu de e o kaku, 'to draw a picture with paints').