The verb '測る' is used when you need to obtain a numerical value for physical dimensions or weight using a measuring tool.
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- Used to determine physical dimensions or quantity.
- Commonly used with tools like rulers or scales.
- Can also be used metaphorically for abstract concepts.
概要
「測る」は、ある対象の物理的な量や状態を、基準となる単位を用いて数値化する行為を指します。日常的な動作から科学的な計測まで幅広く用いられます。2) 使用パターン: 基本的な文型は「[対象]を測る」です。何を測るかによって、定規、秤、時計、温度計などの適切な道具が想定されます。3) 一般的な文脈: 身長や体重を測るという健康管理の文脈、荷物の重さを測るという物流の文脈、部屋の広さを測るという不動産の文脈などで頻繁に使われます。また、比喩的に「能力を測る」「意図を測る」といった使い方もされます。4) 類似語との比較: 「計る」は時計や回数など時間を数える際に使われ、「量る」は重さや容積を量る際に使われます。「測る」は主に長さ、深さ、広さなど空間的な広がりを測定する際に使われますが、現代では重さに対しても「測る」と書くことが一般的になっています。
Examples
健康診断で身長を測る。
everydayI measure my height during a health checkup.
部屋の広さを測る必要があります。
formalIt is necessary to measure the size of the room.
ちょっとこの箱の重さを測ってみて。
informalCould you measure the weight of this box?
実験データのために水温を測る。
academicMeasure the water temperature for experimental data.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
実力を測る
to test one's ability
意図を測る
to gauge someone's intentions
深さを測る
to measure the depth
Often Confused With
Specifically used for measuring time, frequency, or counting numbers, such as '時間を計る' (measure time).
Specifically used for measuring weight or volume of contents, such as '材料を量る' (measure ingredients).
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '測る' is neutral and commonly used in both daily conversation and professional settings. While there are specific kanji for time and weight, '測る' is often accepted as the general term. Ensure you use the correct kanji to reflect the specific type of measurement if you want to be precise in writing.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using '測る' for abstract time management, where '計る' is more appropriate. Another error is confusing it with '図る' (to plan/attempt). Always check the context of what is being measured.
Tips
Use tools for physical measurements
Remember that '測る' usually involves using a device or tool. Think of a ruler or a tape measure when you use this word.
Watch out for homophones
Japanese has three characters for 'hakaru'. While '測る' is the most versatile, be aware of '計る' for time and '量る' for weight.
Health consciousness in Japan
In Japan, measuring weight and height is a very common school and workplace routine. You will hear '測る' frequently in these health-check contexts.
Word Origin
The kanji 測 consists of the radical for water (氵) and a phonetic component meaning to measure. It historically evolved from the act of measuring water levels or depth.
Cultural Context
In Japan, precision is highly valued in daily life, such as in cooking or health management. The frequent use of '測る' reflects this cultural emphasis on accuracy and standard metrics.
Memory Tip
Think of a ruler (尺) being used to measure. The kanji 測 contains the radical for water/measurement, helping you associate it with physical accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions「測る」は長さや深さ、「計る」は時間や回数、「量る」は重さや中身の分量を表すのが本来の使い分けです。ただし、現代では重さに対して「測る」を使うことも一般的です。
はい、「相手の気持ちを測る」や「実力を測る」のように、目に見えないものを判断する際にも使われます。この場合、推し量るというニュアンスが含まれます。
「測った」となります。例として「身長を測った」のように使います。
はい、数値化する動作を明確にするために漢字で書くのが一般的です。ひらがなで書くと意味が伝わりにくいため注意してください。
Test Yourself
新しい机の長さを___。
長さという空間的な広がりを測定するため「測る」が最適です。
どれが正しい文ですか？
身長は長さの一種であり、「測る」を使うのが最も自然です。
体重 / 毎朝 / を / 測ります / 私 は
「私は＋時間＋目的語＋動詞」の語順が標準的です。
Score: /3
Summary
The verb '測る' is used when you need to obtain a numerical value for physical dimensions or weight using a measuring tool.
- Used to determine physical dimensions or quantity.
- Commonly used with tools like rulers or scales.
- Can also be used metaphorically for abstract concepts.
Use tools for physical measurements
Remember that '測る' usually involves using a device or tool. Think of a ruler or a tape measure when you use this word.
Watch out for homophones
Japanese has three characters for 'hakaru'. While '測る' is the most versatile, be aware of '計る' for time and '量る' for weight.
Health consciousness in Japan
In Japan, measuring weight and height is a very common school and workplace routine. You will hear '測る' frequently in these health-check contexts.
Examples
4 of 4健康診断で身長を測る。
I measure my height during a health checkup.
部屋の広さを測る必要があります。
It is necessary to measure the size of the room.
ちょっとこの箱の重さを測ってみて。
Could you measure the weight of this box?
実験データのために水温を測る。
Measure the water temperature for experimental data.
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