1.
lower part, bottom section
The lower portion or bottom area of something. Used in descriptions, instructions, and technical contexts to indicate the part that is lower in position.
画面の下部にボタンがある。
There is a button at the bottom of the screen.
壁の下部に汚れがついていた。
There were stains on the lower part of the wall.
その橋の下部は老朽化が進んでいるため、補修が必要だ。
The lower part of that bridge is deteriorating, so repairs are needed.
USAGE: 下部 refers to the physical lower portion of an object, structure, or space. It is somewhat formal and common in written or technical contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 下部に位置する (to be located in the lower part)
- ページの下部 (the bottom of the page)
- 車体の下部 (the underside of a vehicle)
PAIR: The opposite is 上部 (upper part).
Related Words
Antonym:
上部 (upper part)