This is the 3369th most frequent Japanese word.


Desk.


Here, '机' is used to describe the desk in terms of its properties, specifically its weight.

この机はとても重いです。

This desk is very heavy.


In this sentence, '机' refers to the desk as a physical location where objects can be placed on.

机の上に本があります。

There is a book on the desk.


Here, '机' specifically refers to a desk, which is a piece of furniture used for writing or working.

私は新しい机を買いました。

I bought a new desk.