Japanese word

設備

Pronunciation

Romajisetsubi

Meaning

  • nounequipment

Example

この学校には新しい設備があります。ko no gak kō ni wa atara shi i setsu bi ga a ri ma su

This school has new equipment.

Illustration for 設備 (equipment)

More examples

この体育館には、車いすを使う人のための設備もあります。ko no tai iku kan ni wa kuruma i su o tsuka u hito no ta me no setsu bi mo a ri ma su

This gym also has equipment for people who use wheelchairs.

Core concept

Describes the practical tools and machines put in place so that a place or activity can function.

Common phrases

  • 設備を使うsetsu bi o tsuka u

    use equipment

  • 設備を整えるsetsu bi o totono e ru

    set up equipment

  • 設備の点検setsu bi no ten ken

    equipment inspection

Similar words

機器kiki: An individual tool or machine, often powered, used for a particular purpose.
装置sōchi: A device or system designed to perform a specific function.
器具kigu: A simple tool or implement used for a specific task.
装備sōbi: Equipment carried or fitted for a person, vehicle, or activity.

Definition in Japanese

ある場所や活動のために設けて用意した機械や器具など。a ru ba sho ya katsu dō no ta me ni mō ke te yō i shi ta ki kai ya ki gu na do

Word origin

設備 (setsubi) is a compound of 設 (setsu, "set up") and 備 (bi, "provide"), linking the ideas of setting up and making ready.

Usage tips

  • A school can have equipment such as computers and sports gear, while its facilities include classrooms, gyms, and other usable spaces.

Other meanings

  • facilitiesnoun

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