手拭き | Japanese meaning

手拭き【てふき】

Frequency rank: 47,038. – 47,982.

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

(hand) towel; handkerchief; paper tissue; napkin; serviettesee also 手拭い【てぬぐい】

Forms

手拭き【てふき】Frequency rank: 47,038. – 47,982.
手ふき【てふき】
手拭【てふき】Frequency rank: 52,627. – 54,043.
てふき

Generated definitions (experimental)

(hand) towel

This refers to a piece of cloth or material used to dry hands after washing them or to wipe surfaces.

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After washing your hands, be sure to use a towel to dry them.

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You must always have a towel ready in the kitchen.

handkerchief

This is a piece of cloth used for wiping the face or hands, often carried in a pocket.

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He took out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped his sweat.

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Please do not use a handkerchief to wipe your nose.

paper tissue

This refers to a disposable tissue made of paper, used for cleanliness and hygiene purposes.

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When you have a cold, it's better to use a paper tissue instead of a towel.

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At the restaurant, paper tissues were provided instead of towels.

napkin

This usually refers to a cloth or paper used at the dining table to wipe the mouth and hands while eating.

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Please place the napkin on your lap before the meal.

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For the party, I prepared not only towels but also napkins.

serviette

This is another term for a small cloth or paper used at the dining table similar to a napkin.

、さあびえっとサービエット。

When eating French cuisine, a serviette is necessary.

さあびえっとサービエット、。

Let's use the new serviette only on special occasions.

Generated collocations (experimental)

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