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VocabJLPT N1

pottery

Noun

Definitions

1. pottery
2. earthenware

This noun refers to objects such as bowls, plates, and vases that are made from clay and hardened by firing in a kiln. It is a broad term for ceramics and pottery, and you will often see it used when discussing traditional crafts or visiting craft shops in Japan.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I accidentally dropped it and the pottery vase shattered!

Sentence 2

Excuse me, is it possible to return this pottery piece?

Sentence 3

I don't know, food just looks more carefully made on a pottery plate!

Sentence 4

Hey, where did you get that pottery plate?

Sentence 5

My little brother said quietly, "The pottery vase broke…"