jat6 jung6日用
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Definition
Of daily use; used every day or during the daytime.
- for daily or everyday use
- for daytime use (as opposed to nighttime)
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How it's used
Focuses on the functional utility of items rather than just the frequency of use. It often appears as a prefix to nouns to categorize them as essential household or personal goods. Unlike the broader term 日常, which describes routine activities, this specifically highlights the physical nature of objects.
Examples
These are the daily necessities I use every day.
Why are you buying so many daily necessities?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 日常, which refers to daily life or routine. While 日用 implies something is used daily, it is almost exclusively used as a modifier for products or items.
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