同封
The act of putting something inside an envelope along with a letter or document.
Examples
3 of 5詳細なパンフレットを同封いたしましたので、ご査収ください。
I have enclosed a detailed brochure, so please find it attached/enclosed.
返信用封筒を同封するのを忘れないでください。
Please do not forget to enclose a return envelope.
手紙の中に、誕生日のプレゼントのカードを同封したよ。
I enclosed a birthday card inside the letter.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Dou (same) + Fuu (seal). Sealed in the same envelope.
Quick Quiz
案内の手紙に地図を（ ）した。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 同封
Examples
詳細なパンフレットを同封いたしましたので、ご査収ください。
businessI have enclosed a detailed brochure, so please find it attached/enclosed.
返信用封筒を同封するのを忘れないでください。
formalPlease do not forget to enclose a return envelope.
手紙の中に、誕生日のプレゼントのカードを同封したよ。
informalI enclosed a birthday card inside the letter.
アンケート用紙が同封された郵便物を受け取った。
academicI received a mail that had a questionnaire enclosed.
領収書を同封して郵送します。
everydayI will mail it with the receipt enclosed.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
同封の通り
as enclosed
同封させていただきます
allow me to enclose
何も同封されていない
nothing is enclosed
Often Confused With
Tenpu is used for digital attachments (emails), while Doufuu is used for physical enclosures (envelopes).
Usage Notes
Very useful for IELTS Task 1 when describing documents you are sending in a formal letter.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '添付' for paper letters, which is technically incorrect.
Memory Tip
Dou (same) + Fuu (seal). Sealed in the same envelope.
Word Origin
Sino-Japanese origin.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
案内の手紙に地図を（ ）した。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 同封
Related Vocabulary
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説得力
B2The power or ability to convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument.
要点
A1The most important part or the main point of a conversation, text, or idea. It refers to the essential information that summarizes the core message without unnecessary details.
詳細
A1Detailed information or the specific particulars of a matter. It is used when you need to go beyond a general summary and look at the fine points of a topic or event.
意図
A1The specific purpose, aim, or plan someone has in mind when they do or say something. It focuses on the motivation behind an action rather than just the final result.
強調
B2The act of giving special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing. It helps to direct the audience's attention to key points.
趣旨
B2The main point, purpose, or intent of a statement, action, or event.
苦情
B1A statement that something is unsatisfactory or unacceptable; a formal complaint regarding services, products, or behavior.
郵便
B1The system for sending letters and parcels from one person to another; the mail.
問い合わせ
B1An act of asking for information or checking details. Frequent in IELTS General emails asking for course details or rental information.
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B1An act of recommending someone or something as suitable for a particular purpose or role.
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