手法

• Reading: しゅほう
• Romaji: shuhou
• Kanji breakdown: 手 (shu/te) — hand; 法 (hou) — method, law
• Pronunciation: /ɕɯ.hoː/

Meaning

Technique; method; approach to doing something.

A noun referring to a specific technique or methodology, especially in artistic, academic, or professional fields. More refined and specialised than 方法 (houhou, general method). Often used to describe creative techniques in art and literature, or analytical approaches in research.

Examples

1. この画家は独特の手法で風景を描く。 This painter depicts landscapes using a unique technique.
2. 新しいマーケティング手法を取り入れた。 We adopted a new marketing approach.
3. データ分析の手法を学ぶ必要がある。 It is necessary to learn data analysis techniques.

Usage Guide

Context: art, research, business, academia

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 手 (shu/te, hand) + 法 (hou, method/law). Literally 'hand method,' suggesting a skilled, hands-on technique developed through practice and expertise.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal