手帳

てちょう
Alternative writings: 手帖
JLPT:N2
Frequency:
1

A notebook or pocket diary used to write schedules, notes, or memos (planner).

Noun

Examples

毎朝手帳にその日の予定を書き込む。

I write down the day's schedule in my planner every morning.

新しい手帳を買って来年の予定を整理した。

I bought a new planner and organized next year's schedule.

手帳を忘れるとスケジュールが管理しにくい。

If I forget my planner, it's hard to manage my schedule.

2

Abbreviated usage referring to an official certificate/booklet (e.g., a disability certificate 'shintaishougai-sha techou').

NounAbbreviation

Examples

身体障害者手帳を役所で申請した。

I applied for a disability certificate at the municipal office.

3

An abbreviated usage meaning an identification booklet or badge used for official identification (e.g., police ID booklet).

NounAbbreviation

Examples

警察官が職務質問の際に警察手帳を見せた。

The police officer showed his police ID during a stop-and-question.