This is the 4998th most frequent Japanese word.
綿棒
Cotton swab.
Here, 綿棒 is used to refer to a cotton swab, a tool used for cleaning the ears or applying substances.
私は綿棒を使って耳をきれいにします。
I use a cotton swab to clean my ears.
In this sentence, 綿棒 is used to refer to a utilitarian tool for precise manual applications, highlighting its versatility.
絵を描くとき、細かい修正には綿棒を使います。
When painting, I use a cotton swab for detailed adjustments.
This usage demonstrates 綿棒 in a scientific context for collecting samples or substances.