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equipment, fixtures, supplies
Items and supplies provided for use in an office, school, or other facility. Refers to durable goods that belong to an organization rather than to individuals.
備品を管理する。
To manage the equipment.
会社の備品を私的に使ってはいけない。
You must not use company equipment for personal purposes.
新しいオフィスに必要な備品のリストを作ってください。
Please make a list of the equipment needed for the new office.
備品 is composed of 備 (prepare, equip) + 品 (goods, article).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 備品を管理する: to manage equipment
- 備品を購入する: to purchase supplies
- 備品台帳: equipment ledger
- オフィス備品: office supplies/equipment
USAGE: Refers to durable items that belong to an organization — desks, chairs, projectors, etc. Consumable items like paper and pens are typically called 消耗品 instead.