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著作 (noun)

Work; a book, article, or piece of music or art.

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Imagine a writer (者) diligently writing (著) a masterpiece. The act of writing and making that masterpiece is their 著...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 著作 for general 'work' or 'job'. → Use 仕事 (shigoto) for 'job' or 'task'. Use 著作 for intellectual or artistic creations.

Confusing 著作 with 作品 (sakuhin). → Use 著作 when emphasizing authorship and copyright; use 作品 for a general 'piece' or 'work'.

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