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.
If the documents are not properly aligned, processing takes longer.
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.
Please make three sets of copies of these documents.
She owns one set of kimono.
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.
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.
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
aligning chopsticks by tapping them on the table or dish (breach of etiquette)
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'.
alignment; justification
full justification; justified alignment
center alignment; centering