Translation and Meaning of: コード - ko-do
The Japanese word 「コード」 (ko-do) is a transliteration of the English "code," which refers to a system of symbols, rules, or conventions used to convey information, typically in a technical or computing context. The increasing use of technology in Japan has made the word quite common, especially in sectors such as programming, information security, and graphic design.
Etymologically, 「コード」 is derived from English, but its adoption in the Japanese language demonstrates how foreign words can be integrated into the local language. The word is used in various contexts, such as in "programming code," "security code," and "ethical code." This flexibility allows 「コード」 to be applied in different fields, reflecting the globalization of information and technology.
Use of the word 「コード」
- Programming Code: It refers to sets of instructions written in languages that computers understand.
- Security Code: A system of symbols or numbers used to protect sensitive information.
- Barcode: A graphical pattern that contains information about a product, widely used in commerce.
The concept of 「コード」 expands beyond the world of technology, permeating areas such as law, where there are legal codes, or in music, where codes can refer to chords or notations. This adaptability is a striking feature of borrowed words in Japanese, demonstrating how the language continues to evolve over time and with new cultural influences.
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Synonyms and similar words
- コード (kōdo) - Code, system of symbols
- コーデ (kōde) - Regarding style or clothing combination (fashion term)
- コードワード (kōdowādo) - Code word
- 符号化 (ふごうか, fugōka) - Encoding, transforming information into a specific format
- 暗号化 (あんごうか, angōka) - Cryptography, coding for security
- エンコード (enkōdo) - Encoding, the process of converting data into a specific format
Related words
Romaji: ko-do
Kana: コード
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: code; cord; wake up
Meaning in English: code;cord;chord
Definition: 1. Laws established based on legislation or discipline. Code of the law. 2. A code or signal. 3. A code representing the price tag, number, etc. of a product.
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How to Write in Japanese - (コード) ko-do
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Example Sentences - (コード) ko-do
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Kōdo wo nyūryoku shite kudasai
Type the code.
Enter the code.
- コード (Koodo) - It means "code" in Japanese.
- を (wo) - Direct Object Particle in Japanese
- 入力 (nyuuryoku) - means "entry" or "typing" in Japanese
- して (shite) - form of the verb "suru" (to do) in Japanese
- ください (kudasai) - polite expression to ask for something in Japanese
Kono kōto wa totemo atsui desu
This coat is very thick.
This coat is very thick.
- この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this"
- コート - noun that means "coat"
- は - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- とても - adverb meaning "very"
- 厚い - adjective that means "thick, coarse"
- です - linking verb that indicates the state or condition of the subject
Tenisukōto de undō suru no ga suki desu
I like to exercise on the tennis field.
I like to exercise on a tennis court.
- テニスコート (tenisukōto) - tennis court
- で (de) - in, no, na
- 運動 (undō) - exercise, physical activity
- する (suru) - make
- のが (noga) - partítulo que indica que algo é o que se gosta de fazer
- 好き (suki) - like
- です (desu) - Verb to be/estar in the present
Reinkōto o kite gaishutsu shimashou
Let's go out with a raincoat.
- レインコート - Japanese word meaning "raincoat"
- を - Direct object particle in Japanese.
- 着て - Japanese verb meaning "to wear"
- 外出 - Japanese noun meaning "exit, walk"
- しましょう - verb in Japanese that indicates a suggestion or invitation to do something together, in this case "let's go out together wearing a raincoat"
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