繁体字

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 繁体字(はんたいじ) means traditional Chinese characters, using traditional character forms.
• Basic usage: It is used for choosing a script for a notice or comparing character shapes.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Comparing simplified forms
  • 簡体字(かんたいじ) means simplified Chinese characters and occurs alongside 繁体字 when comparing their forms.
• Adding another script option
  • 繁体字でも means also in traditional characters; も adds this option to other forms of writing.