Translation guide
A back saw is a hand saw with a stiffened upper edge, used for precise cuts in woodworking. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to as a 'douzuki' or 'hikinokogiri', but the concept is often understood through specific types of Japanese saws.
The learner wants to refer to a back saw in general woodworking contexts.
This is the standard Japanese term for a back saw, literally 'body-attached saw', referring to the stiffening rib along the back.
Make precise cuts with a back saw.
A loanword from English, commonly understood among woodworking enthusiasts, but less traditional.
A back saw is handy for detailed work.
The learner wants to refer to a small back saw used for dovetail joints.
Literally 'ant-tenon saw', this is the specific term for a dovetail saw, a type of back saw with fine teeth.
Cut dovetails with a dovetail saw.
Loanword from English 'dovetail saw', used in modern woodworking contexts.
Dovetail saws are often pull-saw style.
The learner wants to refer to a larger back saw used for cutting tenons.
The same term 'douzuki' can also refer to a tenon saw, as it is a back saw used for shoulder cuts. Context usually clarifies the size.
This back saw is for tenons.
Loanword from English 'tenon saw', used in modern woodworking.
Saw tenons with a tenon saw.
Most traditional Japanese saws, including back saws, cut on the pull stroke, unlike Western push-saws. This affects technique and terminology. When using a Japanese back saw, remember to pull, not push.