Meaning and Usage
"コップ" refers to a drinking glass or tumbler, typically made of glass or plastic. It is a common everyday item used for drinking water, juice, milk, and other beverages.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "コップ" in daily life when talking about drinking or serving drinks. It is a casual, neutral word suitable for both formal and informal situations.
Collocations and Patterns
- コップに水を入れる: to put water in a cup
- コップを割る: to break a cup
- コップ一杯: a glass (full) of something
Usage Tips
"コップ" is distinct from "カップ," which often refers to cups with handles used for tea or coffee. Learners sometimes confuse these two, but "コップ" usually means a handleless glass. When you want to specify a coffee or tea cup, use "カップ."