記載する

• Reading: きさいする
• Romaji: kisai suru
• Kanji breakdown: 記 (ki) — record, write down; 載 (sai) — publish, load, place on record
• Pronunciation: /ki.sa.i.sɯ.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To record; to state; to describe in writing. To officially write down information in a document.

A suru-verb used for formally recording or entering information in official documents, forms, and records. More formal than 書く (kaku, to write) — 記載 implies an official or documented context. Common patterns include 記載されている (is stated/recorded), 記載漏れ (omission from a record), and 記載内容 (recorded contents). Frequently encountered in legal, administrative, and business writing.

Examples

1. 住所と氏名を正確に記載してください。 Please record your address and name accurately.
2. 説明書に注意事項が記載されている。 The precautions are stated in the instruction manual.
3. 履歴書に資格を記載するのを忘れた。 I forgot to list my qualifications on my resume.

Usage Guide

Context: official documents, forms, business writing

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

From Sino-Japanese: 記 (ki, record/chronicle) + 載 (sai, load/publish/place on record). Together 'to place on record' — writing something down in an official capacity.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Professional