A device, instrument, or piece of equipment used for a particular purpose.
台所には新しい調理器がたくさんあるが、私はこの小さい器をよく使う。
There are many new cooking appliances in the kitchen, but I often use this small device.
通信機器の取り扱い説明書をよく読んでから操作してください。
Please read the instruction manual for the communication device carefully before operating it.
この測定器は高精度だが、扱いに注意が必要だ。
This measuring instrument is highly accurate, but it requires careful handling.
A vessel or container used to hold things, often food or liquid (e.g. tableware).
この器は手作りの陶器で、お茶を淹れるのにちょうどいい。
This vessel is handmade pottery and is perfect for brewing tea.
食器棚には和食用の器が並んでいる。
In the cupboard are lined up vessels for Japanese cuisine.
この小さな器に薬を入れてください。
Please put the medicine into this small container.
A person's ability, capacity, or calibre—whether someone has the qualities to perform a role.
彼はリーダーの器だから、チームをまとめるのがうまい。
He has the calibre of a leader, so he's good at organizing the team.
そんな小さなことで怒る人は器が小さいと言われても仕方ない。
Someone who gets angry over such small things can reasonably be called narrow-minded.
彼女には大きな夢を受け止める器がある。
She has the capacity to embrace big dreams.