包装(ほうそう)

ほうそう
noun, verb (suru)
packaging, wrapping
1. packaging, wrapping
The act of wrapping or packaging goods, especially for protection, presentation, or sale. Also refers to the packaging material or wrapping itself.
プレゼントを包装(ほうそう)してもらった。
I had the present gift-wrapped.
過剰(かじょう)包装(ほうそう)はゴミを増(ふ)やす。
Excessive packaging increases waste.
商品(しょうひん)の包装(ほうそう)を簡素(かんそ)にすることで、コストを削減(さくげん)できる。
By simplifying the product packaging, we can reduce costs.

Used for both commercial packaging and gift wrapping. Japan is known for its elaborate gift wrapping culture, and many stores offer 包装(ほうそう) as a free service.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 包装(ほうそう)する (to wrap, to package)
  • 包装(ほうそう)紙(し) (wrapping paper)
  • 過剰(かじょう)包装(ほうそう) (excessive packaging)
  • 簡易(かんい)包装(ほうそう) (simple packaging)
  • ギフト包装(ほうそう) (gift wrapping)
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