設備

• Reading: せつび
• Romaji: setsubi
• Kanji breakdown: 設 (setsu) — establish, set up; 備 (bi) — equip, prepare, furnish
• Pronunciation: /se.tsɯ.bi/

Meaning

Equipment; facilities; installations. The physical infrastructure and apparatus of a building or operation.

A noun that also functions as a suru verb (設備する). Refers to the physical equipment, machinery, and infrastructure installed in buildings, factories, or institutions. Common compounds include 設備投資 (capital investment), 空調設備 (air conditioning facilities), 医療設備 (medical equipment), and 設備が整っている (to be well-equipped). Frequently used in business, real estate, and facility management.

Examples

1. この病院は最新の医療設備を備えている。 This hospital is equipped with the latest medical equipment.
2. 工場の設備を新しくする必要がある。 We need to update the factory equipment.
3. マンションの設備が充実していて便利だ。 The apartment has great amenities, which is convenient.

Usage Guide

Context: business, real estate, manufacturing

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 設 (setsu, establish/set up) and 備 (bi, equip/prepare). Together, 'establishing and equipping' — the installation of necessary infrastructure.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Universal