WORD DETAIL
漆塗り
うるしぬり
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
漆塗り(うるしぬり)means applying漆(うるし), lacquer, or having that finish. - Basic usage: It is used for lacquered household objects or work that protects and decorates a wooden base.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Material and application
漆is the lacquer material;漆塗りrefers to applying it or to the resulting finish.
- の modifies the object
漆塗りの重箱means a lacquered tiered box;のconnects the type of finish to the object.

