鉢

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 鉢 (はち) is a noun for a plant pot or a deep serving bowl.
• Basic usage: 大きな鉢に木を植える makes the container a plant pot, while 煮物を盛った鉢を置く makes it a serving bowl placed on the table.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Plant container and serving bowl
  • 木を植える鉢 is a plant pot, whereas 煮物を盛る鉢 is tableware. The examples do not suggest using the soil-filled container directly for food.