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contents; what is inside (a container or package)
The physical items or substances contained within a package, container, or enclosed space. Used in practical contexts such as shipping, customs, and product labeling.
内容物を確認してください。
Please check the contents.
荷物の内容物を申告する必要がある。
You need to declare the contents of the package.
内容物が破損しないよう丁寧に梱包した。
I packed it carefully so that the contents wouldn't be damaged.
Composed of 内容 (contents; content) + 物 (thing; object). While 内容 can refer to abstract content (of a book, speech, etc.), 内容物 specifically refers to physical items inside a container. Frequently seen on shipping labels, customs forms, and product packaging.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 内容物を確認する: to check the contents
- 内容物の申告: declaration of contents
- 内容物の破損: damage to contents
- 胃の内容物: stomach contents (medical)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 内容: contents; substance — broader term that also covers abstract content
- 中身: contents; what's inside — the everyday, casual equivalent
- 同梱物: items included (in a package) — specifically about bundled items