1.
instruction manual; user's guide
A document that explains how to use or assemble a product. Often included with appliances, electronics, and furniture.
2.
explanatory document; written explanation
A formal document providing a detailed explanation of something, such as procedures, terms, or conditions.
The explanatory document for this medicine describes the side effects in detail.
Please read the explanatory document for the contract carefully before signing.
説明書 is a written document that explains how to use, operate, or assemble something. It combines 説明 (explanation) with 書 (document), so it literally means "explanation document."
Common collocations
- 説明書を読む — to read the manual
- 説明書に従う — to follow the instructions
- 説明書を見る — to look at the manual
- 説明書に書いてある — to be written in the manual
- 取扱説明書 — operating manual; user's manual
Related words
Related Words
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マニュアル (manual)
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手引き (handbook)
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チュートリアル (tutorial)
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手順書 (procedure manual)
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指示書 (written instructions)
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攻略本 (strategy guide)
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解説書 (explanatory book)