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initiation; introductory lesson; first instruction
The initial teaching or introduction to a skill, art, or discipline. Implies personal, hands-on guidance from someone experienced.
父に将棋の手ほどきを受けた。
I received my first lessons in shogi from my father.
茶道の手ほどきをしてもらった。
I was given an introduction to the tea ceremony.
祖母から料理の手ほどきを受けたのが今の仕事につながった。
The cooking lessons I received from my grandmother led to my current career.
USAGE:
Implies personal, one-on-one guidance rather than classroom instruction. Often used for traditional arts and skills. The most common patterns are 手ほどきを受ける (to receive instruction) and 手ほどきをする (to give instruction).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 手ほどきを受ける (to receive initial instruction)
- 手ほどきをする (to give initial instruction)
- 〜の手ほどき (introduction to ~)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 入門: introduction to a field (more formal, can be self-study)
- 指導: guidance, coaching (broader, ongoing instruction)