記入欄（きにゅうらん、kinyuuran）
- entry field

The Japanese word 記入欄 ([kinyuuran]) refers to a "field," "space," or "box" on a form or document where information is to be written or entered. It specifically indicates a designated area for filling in details such as names, addresses, dates, or other required information. It's essentially the place where you "write in" something. The 記入欄 is the space provided.

⚫︎氏名 記入欄 Translation: Name field. ⚫︎住所の 記入欄 Translation: Address field. ⚫︎この書類の 記入欄に 必要事項を記入してください。 Translation: Please fill in the required information in the fields of this document.

This word is commonly used when giving instructions or referring to spaces on forms, applications, surveys, or any document that requires input. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts where clarity in instructions is important. You might use it to direct someone to a particular section to fill out or to refer to the space itself.

The word is typically written as 記入欄 in kanji and hiragana. ・記入 (kinyuu) means "to fill in" or "to enter." ・欄 (ran) means "column," "space," or "field." There are no major variations in okurigana for this word.

⚫︎欄 (ran): This is a more general term for "field" or "space," and can sometimes be used interchangeably, especially when it's clear from context. ⚫︎項目 (koumoku): Item, section. This refers to the category of information requested rather than the space itself, but can sometimes be used in a related context.

There are no direct antonyms for 記入欄 as it is a term that indicates a physical space, not an action or concept with a direct opposite. However, the opposite action would be "to *not* fill in" the 記入欄.

申込書の名前の 記入欄に 氏名をご記入ください。 ・Translation: Please fill in your name in the name field on the application form. ・Explanation: This sentence directs the user to input their name into the designated space.

このアンケートの全ての 記入欄に 答えてください。 ・Translation: Please answer all the fields in this questionnaire. ・Explanation: This instructs the respondent to complete all sections of the survey.

The word is formed from the verb 記入 (kinyuu, "to fill in") and the noun 欄 (ran, "field" or "column"). Combining them creates 記入欄, a compound noun which is literally a "filling-in space." The etymology reflects the function of the word, which is a place where something is to be filled in.