granule; small particle
Refers to a small grain-like particle, often used in scientific, medical, or technical contexts (e.g., granules of a substance, cellular granules).
This medicine is in granule form.
細胞内に顆粒が観察された。
Granules were observed inside the cell.
Standard kanji spelling for 'granule'.
Irregular kanji usage; not recommended for learners.
Compound of 顆 (small round object) and 粒 (grain). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the spelling is conventionally associated with the meaning 'granule'.