釘
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Base noun form. Refers to a physical nail used for fastening or hanging objects. Example: 『釘を打つ』 (kugi o utsu, 'to hammer a nail').
Theme
User is helping their friend Miyuki with a DIY home repair project in her apartment.
釘
くぎ
nail
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'kugi' (釘, kugi, 'nail') that you use to hang a picture. It sounds like 'coo-gee' — think of a cool, gee-whiz tool for fixing things!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『釘』 (kugi, 'nail') is commonly used in carpentry and DIY projects. Traditional Japanese architecture often uses wooden nails or special techniques, but modern nails are widespread in construction and home repairs.
Forms
Base: 釘Base noun form. Refers to a physical nail used for fastening or hanging objects. Example: 『釘を打つ』 (kugi o utsu, 'to hammer a nail').