Meaning and Usage
速達 (そくたつ) refers to express or special delivery mail service in Japan. It is used when you want to send letters or parcels faster than regular mail. This service usually costs more but guarantees quicker delivery.
Common Contexts
You will often see 速達 used in postal services, business communication, or when sending urgent documents. It is a formal term mostly used in written or official contexts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 速達で送る: to send by express delivery
- 速達料金: express delivery fee
- 速達郵便: express mail
These collocations help specify the method or cost related to express delivery.
Tips for Learners
速達 is a noun and is often combined with verbs like 送る (to send). Avoid confusing it with 普通郵便 (regular mail). When you use 速達, you imply urgency and willingness to pay extra for faster service.