冷凍庫

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: It is read れいとうこ. 冷凍 contributes freezing and 庫 a storage space, forming a word for a freezer.
• Basic usage: It is used when talking about storing food in a freezer or checking that its door is closed.
  • 余った肉を小分けにして冷凍庫へ入れた。

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Freezing and refrigeration
  • 冷凍庫 emphasizes frozen storage, while 冷蔵庫 names a refrigerator for chilled storage. A single appliance may contain both refrigerator and freezer compartments.