便利屋

benriya
nounIntermediate handyman
informal

A handyman or odd-job worker who provides various small services such as repairs, cleaning, or deliveries.

便利屋に頼んで、家の修理をしてもらった。

I hired a handyman to fix my house.

便利屋は、家電の修理や掃除も引き受けてくれる。

A handyman can also handle appliance repairs and cleaning.

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The term is often used for small, informal services rather than professional contractors.

Collocations

便利屋を呼ぶto call a handyman便利屋に頼むto hire a handyman

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

This term is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe someone who helps with small tasks around the house or office.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 便利 (benri, meaning 'convenient') and 屋 (ya, meaning 'shop' or 'worker').

📝Usage Notes

This term refers to informal, often freelance workers who provide small, convenient services. It is not used for professional contractors or specialized tradespeople.

Word Breakdown

便利
convenient
root
+
shop/worker
suffix
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