WORD DETAIL
鉄扉
てっぴ
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
鉄扉, readてっぴ, denotes a solid door constructed from iron. - Basic usage: It names a heavy iron warehouse door and an old metal door bearing many scratches.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- A door made of iron
- Its defining feature is iron construction and solidity; the door’s use depends on the building.

