noun
pottery; ceramics; earthenware; porcelain; china
General term for ceramic ware, including earthenware, porcelain, and china. Used in everyday contexts for dishes, pots, and decorative items.
祖母の家には古い瀬戸物がたくさんある。
There is a lot of old pottery at my grandmother's house.
This ceramic plate is light and sturdy.
noun
Seto ware; ceramics from Seto
Originally referred specifically to pottery produced in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, a historic center of ceramic production. Now often used as a synonym for general pottery, but this original meaning is still recognized.
瀬戸物はもともと瀬戸地方で作られた焼き物を指した。
Setomono originally referred to pottery made in the Seto region.