筆 記 用 具(ひっきようぐ)

ひっきようぐ

noun

writing utensils; writing instruments

1. writing utensils; writing instruments

General term for tools used for writing, including pens, pencils, mechanical pencils, and markers. Frequently seen in exam instructions and school supply lists.

筆記用具(ひっきようぐ)を持参(じさん)してください。

Please bring your own writing utensils.

試験(しけん)には筆記用具(ひっきようぐ)と消(け)しゴムが必要(ひつよう)です。

Writing utensils and an eraser are needed for the exam.

受付(うけつけ)で名前(なまえ)を書(か)こうとしたが、筆記用具(ひっきようぐ)を忘(わす)れてしまった。

I tried to write my name at the reception desk, but I had forgotten my writing utensils.

Usage

A formal compound noun formed from 筆記(ひっき) (writing) + 用具(ようぐ) (tools, equipment). Very common in official instructions such as exam guidelines, seminar notices, and school supply lists. In casual speech, people are more likely to say ペン or 鉛筆(えんぴつ) for specific items.

Common collocations

筆記用具(ひっきようぐ)を持参(じさん)する (to bring writing utensils)
筆記用具(ひっきようぐ)一式(いっしき) (a complete set of writing utensils)
筆記用具(ひっきようぐ)を忘(わす)れる (to forget one's writing utensils)

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Added 2026.3.9 12:52 · Revised 2026.9.4 21:29

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