DIY

でぃーあいわい
noun
do-it-yourself
1. do-it-yourself
The practice of building, modifying, or repairing things yourself rather than hiring professionals. Popular as a hobby in Japan.
DIYで棚(たな)を作(つく)った。
I made a shelf by myself.
週末(しゅうまつ)はDIYを楽(たの)しんでいる。
I enjoy DIY on weekends.
DIY用品(ようひん)を買(か)いにホームセンターへ行(い)った。
I went to a home center to buy DIY supplies.

ETYMOLOGY:
Abbreviation of English 'do it yourself'. Popular in Japan as both a hobby and a way to save money.

USAGE:

Commonly used for:

  • Home improvement projects
  • Furniture assembly
  • Crafts and handmade items

COMMON COMPOUNDS:

  • DIY用品(ようひん) - DIY supplies
  • DIY工具(こうぐ) - DIY tools
  • DIYショップ - DIY shop

RELATED TERMS:

  • 日曜大工(にちようだいく) - traditional Japanese term for DIY/weekend carpentry
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