Meaning and Usage
"手袋" (てぶくろ) means "glove(s)" in Japanese. It refers to coverings worn on the hands, typically for warmth or protection.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "手袋" in everyday conversation during cold seasons or when discussing clothing. It can refer to various types of gloves, including winter gloves, leather gloves, or work gloves.
Collocations and Patterns
- 手袋をはめる: to put on gloves
- 手袋を脱ぐ: to take off gloves
- 革の手袋: leather gloves
- 暖かい手袋: warm gloves
These collocations are useful for describing actions involving gloves or their characteristics.
Register and Politeness
"手袋" is a neutral term and can be used in both casual and formal situations without issue.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "手袋" with "手袋をする" or "手袋をはめる". Both "する" and "はめる" can be used with "手袋" to mean "to wear gloves," but "はめる" is more specific and common for gloves, while "する" is more general for accessories.