(せいみつ)

せいみつ
na-adjective
precise, detailed, fine
1. precise, detailed, fine, meticulous
Describes something made or done with extremely fine detail and accuracy. Often used for machinery, instruments, inspections, and craftsmanship where high accuracy is essential.
精密(せいみつ)機械(きかい)(あつか)う。
To handle precision machinery.
精密(せいみつ)検査(けんさ)()けることにした。
I decided to undergo a thorough medical examination.
この時計(とけい)精密(せいみつ)技術(ぎじゅつ)(つく)られており、誤差(ごさ)がほとんどない。
This watch is made with precision technology and has almost no error.

USAGE:
Functions as a na-adjective (精密(せいみつ)な). Commonly used in technical, medical, and manufacturing contexts where high accuracy matters.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 精密(せいみつ)機器(きき): precision instruments
  • 精密(せいみつ)検査(けんさ): thorough examination, detailed inspection
  • 精密(せいみつ)機械(きかい): precision machinery
  • 精密(せいみつ)作業(さぎょう): meticulous work
  • 精密(せいみつ)工業(こうぎょう): precision industry

SIMILAR WORDS:
正確(せいかく) means "accurate" or "correct" and focuses on being free from errors. 精密(せいみつ) emphasizes the fineness of detail and sophistication of workmanship. 緻密(ちみつ) means "meticulous" and focuses on thoroughness of planning or execution.