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Noun referring to a thin, flexible layer or sheet. Used in contexts like biology, technology, or everyday objects (e.g., plastic wrap). Example: 『細胞膜』 (saiboumaku, 'cell membrane').
Theme

User is visiting a science museum with their guide, Dr. Tanaka, who explains exhibits about biology. They stop at a display about cell structures.

まく

membrane, film

Nature & EnvironmentNatural Phenomena

Memory Hook

Imagine a thin, transparent film covering a bubble. The word 『膜』 (maku, 'membrane') sounds like 'mock'—as if it's mocking you by being so delicate! 'Mock film' → 膜 (maku, 'membrane').

Cultural Note

In Japanese science and medicine, 『膜』 (maku, 'membrane') is commonly used to describe biological membranes like cell membranes or protective films in technology, such as screen protectors for smartphones.

Forms

Base: 膜Noun referring to a thin, flexible layer or sheet. Used in contexts like biology, technology, or everyday objects (e.g., plastic wrap). Example: 『細胞膜』 (saiboumaku, 'cell membrane').