番号
bangōA number assigned to identify something, such as a phone number, ID number, or sequence number.
電話番号を教えてください
Please tell me your phone number
この商品の番号は何ですか？
What is the number of this product?
Commonly used for phone numbers, IDs, and sequential numbering in various contexts.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
番号 is often used in contexts where identification or sequencing is required, such as phone numbers, product codes, or order numbers.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While 番号 is neutral, specific contexts like '電話番号' (phone number) are more commonly used in everyday conversation.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the combination of '番' (ban, meaning 'number' or 'turn') and '号' (gō, meaning 'number' or 'item').
📝Usage Notes
The term is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in administrative, technical, and everyday communication.