Translation and Meaning of: プラス - purasu

The word 「プラス」 (purasu) is a gairaigo derived from the English "plus." Incorporated into the Japanese vocabulary, it is used in various contexts to indicate addition, benefit, or something extra. Written in katakana, 「プラス」 reflects the adaptation of the term to the Japanese phonetic system, maintaining its original and versatile meaning.

In mathematical usage, "プラス" is widely recognized to represent the addition sign, as in "3プラス2は5" (San purasu ni wa go), which means "3 plus 2 equals 5". This usage is common in educational and scientific contexts, especially in simple calculations or in explaining basic math concepts.

Outside of mathematics, 「プラス」 is also used figuratively to indicate advantages, improvements, or positive aspects. For example, in sentences like 「この経験は大きなプラスになる」 (Kono keiken wa ōkina purasu ni naru), which means "this experience will be a great advantage." Additionally, it is common in the business world, as in 「プラス効果」 (purasu kōka), which translates to "positive effect."

The term also appears in commercial and advertising contexts, often to highlight additional benefits or superior features of a product or service. For example, 「プラスアルファ」 (purasu arufa), which means "something more" or "an extra," is widely used to attract consumers, suggesting that something beyond what is expected is being offered.

The adoption of 「プラス」 in the Japanese language occurred under the influence of English, especially in the 20th century, as Japan modernized and incorporated international concepts into its vocabulary. Its simplicity and flexibility made the term popular and indispensable in various fields.

Today, 「プラス」 is an essential word in contemporary Japanese, widely used in mathematical, figurative, and commercial contexts, symbolizing addition and positivity in various aspects of daily and professional life.

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Synonyms and similar words

プラス (Purasu) - More, positive
加算 (Kasan) - Addition, sum
追加 (Tsuika) - Addition, increment of something already existing
増加 (Zouka) - Increase, increment in quantity
正 (Sei) - Sure, correct, positive in a mathematical context
陽性 (Yousei) - Positive, usually used in medical or diagnostic contexts

Related words

プラスチック

purasuchiku

plastic

サボる

saboru

be true; to be idle; sabotage for slowness

股

mata

groin;inner thighs;thigh

ぶらぶら

burabura

hang heavily; to swing; rock and not reason

ふらふら

furafura

unstable on the feet; Cambaleia; reel; Cambaleia; dizziness

炭素

tanso

Carbon (C)

水筒

suitou

canteen; flask; water bottle

瓶

kame

marijuana

プラス

Romaji: purasu
Kana: プラス
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3

Translation / Meaning: more

Meaning in English: plus

Definition: addition operator.

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Example Sentences - (プラス) purasu

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プラスチックは環境に悪影響を与えることがあります。

Purasuchikku wa kankyō ni aku eikyō o ataeru koto ga arimasu

Plastic can have a negative impact on the environment.

Plastic can have a negative effect on the environment.

プラスチック - Word in Japanese that means "plastic"
は - particle in Japanese that indicates the topic of the sentence
環境 - Japanese word meaning "environment"
に - particle in Japanese that indicates the relationship of something with something else
悪影響 - Japanese word meaning "negative effect"
を - particle in Japanese that indicates the object of the sentence
与える - Japanese verb that means "to cause"
こと - noun in Japanese that means "thing"
が - Particle in Japanese that indicates the subject of the sentence
あります - verb in Japanese that means "to exist"