1.
address book; address list; directory
A list or book containing names and addresses of contacts. Can refer to both physical address books and digital contact lists.
住所録を更新する。
To update the address book.
年賀状のために住所録を整理した。
I organized the address book for New Year's cards.
引っ越しをしたので、住所録の情報を変更してください。
I've moved, so please update my information in the address book.
A compound of 住所 (address) + 録 (record, register). Commonly used in both personal and organizational contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 住所録を作る: to create an address book
- 住所録を整理する: to organize the address book
- 住所録を更新する: to update the address book
- 住所録に載せる: to include in the address book
USAGE:
Traditionally associated with physical notebooks, but now also used for digital contact lists. Particularly relevant around New Year when Japanese people send 年賀状 (New Year greeting cards) and need up-to-date addresses.
RELATED WORDS:
- 連絡先: contact information — broader term including phone numbers and email
- 電話帳: phone book — specifically for phone numbers
- 名簿: directory, roster — a list of names, often for organizations