Japanese

がんしょ
Meaning: application form; written application
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

願
書

Example sentences

I submitted the application form to the university.
願書の提出は明日から受け付けます。
We will accept applications from tomorrow.
願書に姓名を記入してください。
Please fill in your full name on the application form.
願書には兄弟姉妹の氏名を記入してください。
Please enter the names of your siblings on the application form.
願書の所定の位置に写真を貼付してください。
Please attach a photo to the designated area of the application form.
締め切り5分前に願書を提出して、何とか滑り込みセーフだった。
I submitted the application five minutes before the deadline and somehow barely made it.

Usage Notes

Refers specifically to a written document used to apply for something, like admission.

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