(はこ)

はこ
noun
box, case, carton
1. box
A container with flat sides, typically square or rectangular.
(はこ)()ける
To open a box.
I received a box of sweets.
I put the luggage in a cardboard box.
2. case, carton
A container for holding or transporting items.
弁当箱(べんとうばこ)(あら)
To wash the lunch box.
I threw it in the trash can.
I took a screwdriver out of the toolbox.

(はこ) refers to boxes, cases, and containers - typically with flat sides.

COMMON TYPES:

COUNTER:

(はこ) itself is used as a counter:

  • 一箱(ひとはこ): one box
  • 二箱(ふたはこ): two boxes
  • 三箱(さんばこ): three boxes

COMMON EXPRESSIONS: