大砲

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 大砲 is read as たいほう and is a noun for a large, heavy artillery weapon that fires shells.
• Basic usage: Looking at an old cannon in a museum appears in 古い大砲を見る, while referring to a cannon used as a stage prop appears in 舞台の大砲.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Difference from 銃
  • 大砲 is a large artillery weapon rather than a handheld gun.