1.
start of construction, commencement of work
The beginning of construction work on a building, road, or other structure.
新しいビルが来月着工する。
Construction on the new building starts next month.
天候不良のため、着工が遅れている。
The start of construction is delayed due to bad weather.
着工から完成まで約2年かかる見込みだ。
It is expected to take about two years from the start of construction to completion.
USAGE:
着工 is used in news, real estate, and construction contexts. It marks the official beginning of physical construction work.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 着工する (to begin construction)
- 着工予定 (scheduled construction start)
- 着工が遅れる (construction start is delayed)
- 着工式 (groundbreaking ceremony)
CONSTRUCTION TIMELINE TERMS:
- 着工 (start of construction)
- 竣工 (completion of construction)
- 引き渡し (handover to the client)