特記事項

• Reading: とっきじこう
• Romaji: tokki jikou
• Kanji breakdown: 特 (toku) — special; 記 (ki) — record, note; 事 (ji) — matter, thing; 項 (kou) — item, clause
• Pronunciation: /tok.ki.dʑi.koː/

Meaning

Items warranting special mention; special notes; noteworthy matters.

A formal compound noun used in documents, forms, and reports to mark information that deserves particular attention. Composed of 特記 (special mention) and 事項 (matters/items). Commonly seen as a heading or section label on official paperwork, resumes, contracts, and applications where additional important details need to be recorded.

Examples

1. 履歴書の特記事項の欄に資格を書いた。 I wrote my qualifications in the special notes section of my resume.
2. 契約書に特記事項がいくつか追加された。 Several special notes were added to the contract.
3. 特記事項がなければ、空欄のままで結構です。 If there are no special notes, it's fine to leave it blank.

Usage Guide

Context: documents, business, applications

Tone: formal

Origin & History

From Sino-Japanese: 特 (toku, special) + 記 (ki, record/note) + 事 (ji, matter) + 項 (kou, item/clause). Literally 'specially noted matters.'

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Professional