Refers to the state of being aligned or arranged, or a set of items that go together. Often used in contexts like document alignment, tool sets, or coordinated outfits.
書類の揃えが悪いと、処理に時間がかかる。
If the documents are not properly aligned, processing takes longer.
この工具の揃えは初心者にちょうどいい。
This set of tools is just right for beginners.
counter for sets
Used as a counter for sets of items, such as dishes, tools, or documents. Follows a number and is often written in kana in practical use.
この書類を三揃えコピーしてください。
Please make three sets of copies of these documents.
お皿を五
She owns one set of kimono.
I bought five sets of plates.
I bought the dishes as a matching set.
揃え emphasizes that items match or are uniform, while 一式 emphasizes that a kit or set is complete with all its parts.
揃え is a native Japanese word for a matched set, while セット is the casual loanword used especially for commercial product sets.
揃え describes things that are neatly matched or aligned, while 不揃い describes things that are uneven or mismatched.
collect; gather; complete a set · arrange; put in order; prepare · make uniform; make even; match
assortment; product lineup; range of goods
one set; a complete set
top alignment
bottom alignment
right alignment; right justification
left alignment; left justification
way of aligning; how to arrange; method of sorting
Derived from the verb 揃える (そろえる, 'to arrange, to make uniform'), with the nominalizing suffix え. The kanji 揃 is used for 'to be complete' or 'to align'.
aligning chopsticks by tapping them on the table or dish (breach of etiquette)
alignment; justification
full justification; justified alignment
center alignment; centering