1.
machine, machinery
A device with moving parts that performs work.
機械を動かす。
To operate a machine.
機械が壊れた。
The machine broke.
この工場では新しい機械を使って製品を作っている。
This factory uses new machines to make products.
機械 refers to machines—devices with moving parts that perform work or operations.
HOMOPHONE:
- 機械: machine (this word)
- 機会: opportunity, chance (different kanji!)
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 機械を動かす: to operate a machine
- 機械が壊れる: machine breaks down
- 機械を修理する: to repair a machine
RELATED WORDS:
- 機械的: mechanical (also figuratively: done without thought)
- 機器: equipment, apparatus
- 器械: instrument, apparatus (especially exercise equipment)