缶詰

かんづめ

canning, canned goods,

JLPT N2

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word "缶詰" (かんづめ) refers to canned food or the process of canning. It is commonly used to describe food preserved in metal cans, which are convenient for long-term storage and emergency supplies.

Common Contexts

缶詰 is often mentioned in contexts related to food storage, emergency preparedness, camping, and travel. It implies convenience and durability, as canned goods do not spoil quickly.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 缶詰を買う: to buy canned food
  • 非常食の缶詰: emergency canned food
  • 缶詰の賞味期限: shelf life of canned food
  • 缶詰を保存する: to store canned food

These collocations highlight typical uses related to purchasing, storing, and using canned goods.

Register and Nuance

The term is neutral and commonly used in everyday conversation, supermarkets, and media. It is neither formal nor informal.

Common Learner Mistake

Avoid confusing 缶詰 with 生鮮食品 (fresh food). 缶詰 specifically refers to food preserved in cans, not fresh or frozen food. Remember that 缶詰 emphasizes preservation and convenience.

Example Sentences

ひじょうしょくとしてかんづめをいくつかかっておいた。

I bought some canned food as emergency supplies.

このかんづめはしょうみきげんがながいので、ほぞんにべんりです。

This canned food has a long shelf life, so it is convenient for storage.

やまのぼりのときはかるくてもちはこびやすいかんづめがちょうほうする。

When mountain climbing, lightweight and easy-to-carry canned food is very useful.