記述

きじゅつ

describing, descriptor

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"記述" (きじゅつ) primarily means "description" or "writing down details." It is often used in formal or technical contexts such as reports, programming, or documentation.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see "記述" in academic papers, technical manuals, and software development where precise and clear description is essential.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 記述する: to describe or write down details
  • 詳細な記述: detailed description
  • 記述ミス: description or writing mistake

Register and Nuance

"記述" is a formal noun and is not used in casual conversation. It implies a careful and structured way of writing or describing something.

Learner Tips

Be careful not to confuse "記述" with more general words for "writing" like "書く". "記述" emphasizes the content and detail of the description rather than just the act of writing.

Example Sentences

このれぽーとにはしょうさいなきじゅつがひつようです。

This report requires detailed descriptions.

ぷろぐらむのきじゅつほうほうをまなびましょう。

Let's learn how to write (describe) a program.

きじゅつみすがげんいんでえらーがはっせいしました。

An error occurred due to a description mistake.