A1 noun Neutre #2,763 le plus courant

鉱物

kōbutsu /koːbu̥tsu/

A naturally occurring inorganic solid substance with a specific chemical composition and crystalline structure. It is commonly used in scientific contexts to describe rocks, crystals, and ores found in nature.

Exemples

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1

この石は珍しい鉱物です。

This stone is a rare mineral.

2

博物館に多くの鉱物標本が展示されています。

Many mineral specimens are displayed in the museum.

3

きれいな鉱物を見つけたよ!

I found a beautiful mineral!

Famille de mots

Nom
鉱物
Adjectif
鉱物的な
Apparenté
鉱物学
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Astuce mémo

The first kanji 鉱 contains the 'gold/metal' radical (金), and the second 物 means 'thing'. Think of it as 'The Metal-like Thing' from the earth.

Quiz rapide

博物館で珍しい___を見た。

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : 鉱物

Exemples

1

この石は珍しい鉱物です。

everyday

This stone is a rare mineral.

2

博物館に多くの鉱物標本が展示されています。

formal

Many mineral specimens are displayed in the museum.

3

きれいな鉱物を見つけたよ!

informal

I found a beautiful mineral!

4

地質学の授業で鉱物の分類を学んだ。

academic

I learned about the classification of minerals in geology class.

5

わが社は鉱物資源の輸入を行っています。

business

Our company imports mineral resources.

Famille de mots

Nom
鉱物
Adjectif
鉱物的な
Apparenté
鉱物学

Collocations courantes

鉱物を採掘する to mine minerals
貴重な鉱物 a precious mineral
鉱物資源 mineral resources
鉱物標本 mineral specimen
鉱物を鑑定する to appraise a mineral

Phrases Courantes

鉱物油

mineral oil

鉱物界

the mineral kingdom

地下鉱物

underground minerals

Souvent confondu avec

鉱物 vs 好物

These are homophones (kōbutsu), but '鉱物' means mineral while '好物' refers to a food you like very much.

鉱物 vs 鉱石

Kōseki (ore) refers specifically to minerals from which valuable materials like metal can be extracted for profit.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when talking about geology, chemistry, or gemstones. In casual conversation, people often use 'ishi' (stone), but 'kōbutsu' is used when focusing on the scientific composition.

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Erreurs courantes

The most common mistake for learners is confusing it with 'kōbutsu' (favorite food) because they sound identical. Always check the context or kanji.

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Astuce mémo

The first kanji 鉱 contains the 'gold/metal' radical (金), and the second 物 means 'thing'. Think of it as 'The Metal-like Thing' from the earth.

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Origine du mot

From Middle Chinese roots: 鉱 (ore/mine) and 物 (thing/matter).

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as a noun Modified by adjectives like 珍しい (rare) or 貴重な (precious) Often used with the particle 'は' or 'が' in descriptive sentences
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Contexte culturel

Japan was once known as 'The Land of Gold' (Zipangu) and has several historic mines, such as the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, making minerals historically significant.

Quiz rapide

博物館で珍しい___を見た。

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : 鉱物

Mots lis

協力

A1

Cooperation or collaboration where two or more people combine their efforts to achieve a common goal. It is used in both personal and professional settings to describe working together as a team or providing assistance.

提案

A1

A suggestion or proposal of a plan or idea for others to consider. It is used in both casual conversations and professional meetings to introduce a potential course of action.

輸出

A1

The act of sending goods or services produced in one country to another country for sale or trade. In Japanese, it functions as a noun and a suru-verb, representing the 'exit' of products from a domestic market.

輸入

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The act of bringing goods, services, or materials into a country from abroad for sale or use. In Japanese, it functions as a noun or can be combined with 'suru' to become a verb meaning 'to import'.

資源

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Shigen refers to valuable materials or assets, such as natural minerals, energy sources, or human talent, that can be used for production or survival. It is widely used in economics, environmental science, and daily life to describe both raw materials and abstract wealth.

保護

A1

The act of keeping someone or something safe from harm, damage, or loss by providing care or creating boundaries. It is a versatile term in Japanese used for social welfare, environmental conservation, and digital security.

観察

A1

Observation is the act of watching someone or something carefully in order to gain information or understand a process. It is frequently used in scientific studies, nature analysis, and describing the act of paying close attention to details.

競争

A1

Kyousou refers to the act of competing or vying with others to achieve a goal, win a prize, or establish superiority. It is a versatile term used in sports, business, and academics to describe both structured contests and general rivalry.

拡大

A1

The act of making something larger in size, scale, or scope. It is frequently used for physical enlargement (like a photo) or abstract growth (like a business or a problem).

製造

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The process of making or producing goods, typically on a large scale using machinery. It refers specifically to industrial manufacturing rather than making things by hand on a small scale.

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