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manual work, handwork, work done by hand
Work that is done by hand rather than by machine or automated process. Emphasizes the human labor involved.
この工程は手作業で行う。
This process is done by hand.
手作業なので時間がかかる。
It takes time because it's done by hand.
機械では難しい部分は職人の手作業に頼っている。
For parts that are difficult for machines, we rely on the handwork of craftspeople.
手作業 means work done by hand as opposed to machine or automated work. It is often used in manufacturing, data processing, and craft contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 手作業で行う: to do by hand
- 手作業に頼る: to rely on manual work
- 手作業で入力する: to input manually
- 手作業で仕上げる: to finish by hand
CONTRAST:
- 手作業: manual work (general)
- 手動: manual operation (for machines/devices)
- 手作り: handmade (for products/items)