How to use 項目 (こうもく)

Meaning of 項目

The Japanese verb "項目" (こうもく, koumoku) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:

  1. Item: Refers to an individual part or element in a list, document, or category.
    • Example: 会議のこうもくを確認してください。
    • Translation: Please check the items on the meeting agenda.
  2. Category: Used when grouping similar things together, like in a budget or list.
    • Example: 今日の買い物リストには3つのこうもくがあります。
    • Translation: There are three categories in today's shopping list.
  3. Subject or topic: Can denote subjects or topics of discussion, study, or consideration.
    • Example: 研究のこうもくは環境保護です。
    • Translation: The subject of the research is environmental protection.
  4. Clause or Section: In legal or formal documents, this refers to specific sections or clauses.
    • Example: 契約書の第3こうもくを読んでください。
    • Translation: Please read the third section of the contract.

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