骨組み・骨組|ほねぐみhonegumi[0]heiban (flat)

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Which spelling to use
骨組み骨組み is the most common written form and the recommended choice for learners. Use it when writing the word.
骨組骨組 is a less common alternative written entirely in kanji. You may encounter it, but 骨組み is the better choice for learners.
Definitions
  1. nounskeletal frame; skeleton; build; physique
  2. nounframework; frame; structure
    その機械きかいの骨組ほねぐみは堅かたくなければならない。↗
    The frame of the machine should be rigid.
  3. nounoutline
Synonyms & antonyms
  • Synonym骨格こっかくNeutralSino-Japanese word for an animal's skeleton or a person's build, also the basic structure of something; native 「骨組み」 is more common for frames of buildings and the like.
  • Synonym屋台骨やたいぼねNeutralThe beam-and-pillar frame of a house, or figuratively the mainstay that supports a family or business; stresses the supporting role.
  • Synonym枠組みわくぐみNeutralA framework or rough structure, as in 「枠組みを作る」; stresses scope and boundaries.
  • RelatedフレームNeutralLoanword for a frame, such as a picture or window frame; stresses the outer frame.
  • Related骨子こっしNeutralThe key points or gist of a plan; stresses the core content.
  • RelatedフレームワークNeutralLoanword for a framework or system, as in software frameworks; leans toward IT and business contexts.
  • Related躯体くたいNeutralTechnical architecture term for the main structural frame of a building.

Default to 「骨組み」 for a skeletal structure or the basic frame of a building or plan, as in 「建物の骨組み」「計画の骨組み」. Use 「骨格」 for skeletons, build and basic structure, 「枠組み」 for institutional frameworks, and 「骨子」 for the key points of a plan.

Usage comparisons are AI-assisted and cross-checked by multiple models; for study reference only

Japanese definitions
  1. 骨ほねの構造こうぞう。骨格こっかく。
  2. 物事ものごとの基本的きほんてきな組み立くみたて。
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