宛書き

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 宛書き is read as あてがき and means writing the recipient and address on an envelope or letter.
• Basic usage: It can refer to checking an envelope's address or addressing a letter on someone else's behalf.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Checking the written address
  • 封筒の宛書き refers to the recipient and address written on the envelope. Example: 封筒の宛書きを確認してから切手を貼りました。
• Addressing a letter for someone
  • 宛書きを代わりに書く means writing the address on the letter on behalf of the person who asked. Example: 祖母に頼まれて手紙の宛書きを代わりに書きました。