1.
one's own handwriting; autograph
something written in a person's own hand, as opposed to a copy, print, or someone else's writing; an autograph or holograph
作家の直筆原稿だ。
It's the author's handwritten manuscript.
この手紙は本人の直筆です。
This letter is in his own handwriting.
有名な画家の直筆サインが高額で取引されている。
Autographs by the famous painter are being traded for high prices.
Emphasizes that something was written by the person themselves, not typed, printed, or written by a secretary. Valued in Japanese culture for its personal and authentic quality. Often seen in contexts involving manuscripts, letters, and collectible autographs.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 直筆原稿: handwritten manuscript
- 直筆の手紙: handwritten letter
- 直筆サイン: personal autograph
- 直筆の遺書: handwritten will or last note
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 自筆: one's own handwriting — nearly synonymous; slightly more common in legal contexts
- 肉筆: handwritten (as opposed to printed) — emphasizes the physical act of writing or painting by hand
- サイン: signature, autograph — loanword, more casual