包(つつ)み

包(つつ)み is a noun derived from the verb 包(つつ)む (to wrap). It refers to something wrapped up, typically in paper, cloth, or wrapping material.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

• 包(つつ)みを開(あ)ける: to open a package
• 包(つつ)みを受(う)け取(と)る: to receive a package
• 紙(かみ)の包(つつ)み: paper-wrapped package

COMMON COMPOUNDS:

• 小包(こづつみ): parcel, small package (postal term)
• 風呂敷(ふろしき)包(づつ)み: bundle wrapped in furoshiki cloth

REGISTER:
包(つつ)み has a traditional, slightly literary feel. In modern everyday speech, 荷物(にもつ) (luggage, package) or パッケージ is more common for general packages. 包(つつ)み evokes something carefully wrapped, often by hand.