Japanese word

キット

Pronunciation

Romajikitto

Meaning

  • nounkit

Example

このキットには道具が入っています。ko no ki tto ni wa dō gu ga hai tte i ma su

This kit contains tools.

Illustration for キット (kit)

More examples

このキットがあれば、簡単な修理ができます。ko no ki tto ga a re ba kan tan na shū ri ga de ki ma su

With this kit, you can make simple repairs.

Core concept

It denotes a set of tools, parts, or materials gathered for a particular purpose and kept together for use.

Common phrases

  • 裁縫キットsai hō ki tto

    sewing kit

  • 救急キットkyū kyū ki tto

    first-aid kit

Similar words

セットsetto: Several related items grouped together for use or sale.
一式isshiki: All the items required for a particular task or activity considered as one group.

Definition in Japanese

特定の目的に必要な道具や部品などをひとまとめにしたもの。toku tei no moku teki ni hitsu yō na dō gu ya bu hin na do o hi to ma to me ni shi ta mo no

Word origin

The Japanese noun キット (kitto, "kit") is borrowed from English kit, a word recorded in Middle English for a set of tools or equipment.

Usage tips

  • In British English, kit can also mean the clothing and equipment used for a sport, so a football kit includes a team's playing uniform and gear.

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