This is the 2649th most frequent Japanese word.
杉
Japanese cedar.
In this sentence, "杉" refers to cedar trees collectively, indicating a type of tree found in the area.
この山は杉の木で覆われています。
This mountain is covered with cedar trees.
Here, "杉" specifies the material of the chopsticks, pointing out that they are made of cedar wood.
日本では杉箸がよく使われています。
In Japan, cedar chopsticks are commonly used.
In this usage, "杉" represents cedar as a source of a specific aroma, focusing on its olfactory characteristic.