判子
はんこ
seal (used in lieu of a signature); stamp; chop
JLPT N2 Common word
Meanings
Noun
seal (used in lieu of a signature); stamp; chop
Example sentences
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Hanko are essential in our daily life.
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For example, you don't need a personal seal to collect a parcel.
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This week I used my hanko so often that I can't remember how many times I've used it.
日本はこうした判子が使われていますが、外国はサインが主流です。
Seals are used like this in Japan, but abroad signatures are the rule.
日本では、何かと判子を使いますが、実は署名でもオッケーな場合が多いです。
In Japan you tend to use your personal seal, but actually a signature would often suffice.