マグ
まぐ
noun
mug
1.
mug; a large cup with a handle, typically used without a saucer
A loanword from English "mug." Refers to a large, sturdy drinking cup with a handle, commonly used for coffee, tea, or other hot beverages.
マグでコーヒーを飲む。
To drink coffee from a mug.
新しいマグカップを買った。
I bought a new mug.
お気に入りのマグが割れてしまった。
My favorite mug broke.
From English "mug." In Japanese, マグ and マグカップ (mug + cup) are used interchangeably, though マグカップ is more common in product listings and stores.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- マグカップ: mug (the more common full form)
- マグで飲む: to drink from a mug
- 大きいマグ: a large mug
- ペアマグ: matching pair of mugs (a popular gift)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- カップ: cup — a general term; can include teacups with saucers
- コップ: glass, tumbler — typically for cold drinks, no handle
- 湯飲み: Japanese tea cup — a handleless cup for green tea