絵葉書・絵はがき|えはがきehagaki[2]nakadaka (mid-high)
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Which spelling to use
絵葉書絵葉書 is the most common written form and the recommended choice for beginners; it uses kanji throughout.
絵はがき絵はがき is less common than 絵葉書 and combines kanji with kana; recognize it as a variant, but beginners should normally choose 絵葉書.
Definitions
- nounpicture postcard
Synonyms & antonyms
- SynonymポストカードNeutralA loanword for 'postcard', usually one with a picture. It has a stylish, modern feel and is close in use to 「絵葉書」.
- RelatedはがきNeutralThe general term for a postcard, whether or not it has a picture. Broader than 「絵葉書」, which refers only to cards with pictures printed on them.
- Related官製葉書かんせいはがきNeutralA postcard issued by Japan Post with the postage already included. It stresses official issuance and usually has no picture.
Use 「絵葉書」 for postcards printed with pictures or scenery, as in 「旅先から絵葉書を送る」. Say 「葉書」 for postcards in general; 「ポストカード」 is a stylish loanword close to it; 「官製葉書」 is issued by Japan Post with postage included, usually with no picture.
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