一式
Meanings
1
Refers to a complete collection of related items, often sold or used together. Common in commercial and technical contexts.
If you buy this tool set, you can start repairs right away.
For the move, I got a complete new set of furniture.
2
Used to mean the entirety of something, often in the pattern 〜一式. Slightly formal or businesslike.
Please submit all the documents.
All the materials for this project are on that shelf over there.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉一式a complete set of 〈thing〉
I put together a complete set of moving supplies.
- 一式をそろえるto assemble/acquire a full set
I got a complete set of furniture for the new room.
- 一式で購入するto purchase as a complete set
I bought all the computer-related equipment as a set.