Translation and Meaning of: トラック - toraku
The Japanese word 「トラック」 (toraku) refers to a large vehicle, usually used for transporting goods. The etymology of 「トラック」 indicates the influence of the English word "truck," which has come to be used in Japan with the same meaning. The use of foreign words often occurs in contemporary and industrial contexts, reflecting cultural adaptation over the years.
The adoption of the term 「トラック」 (toraku) can be observed in the 1950s and 1960s when Japan began to modernize its infrastructure and expand its transportation industry. During this period, the growth of the Japanese economy led to the need for more efficient solutions for goods transportation, resulting in the wider use of trucks or "trucks".
Variations and Context of Use
- 「小型トラック」 (kogata toraku)refers to small trucks, often used for urban deliveries.
- 「大型トラック」 (ōgata toraku): designs large trucks, capable of carrying significantly larger loads.
- 「冷凍トラック」 (reito toraku)refers to refrigerated trucks used for the transportation of perishable products.
Currently, the word 「トラック」 (toraku) is widely used not only in colloquial language but also in business and educational contexts. Its inclusion in the Japanese vocabulary is an example of globalization and cultural exchange, where Western have been incorporated and adapted into the local language. This dynamic continues to shape the language, reflecting social and economic changes.
In addition, the word is often found in logistics services and carriers, being an integral part of daily operations. The use of 「トラック」 (toraku) symbolizes not only a means of transport but also the interconnection between modernity and tradition in Japan, adapting to contemporary needs without losing its cultural essence.
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Synonyms and similar words
- トラック (torakku) - Truck
- トラ (tora) - tiger (does not have a direct link to vehicles)
- 車両 (sharyou) - vehicle (a general term that can include various types of transportation)
- 車 (kuruma) - car (usually refers to a regular automobile)
- 自動車 (jidousha) - automobile (vehicle that moves automatically, encoming various categories)
- トラクター (torakutā) - trator
- トレーラー (torērā) - trailer (vehicle designed to be pulled by another vehicle)
Romaji: toraku
Kana: トラック
Type: Noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: truck; track (running)
Meaning in English: truck;(running) track
Definition: A type of vehicle that is a heavy-duty vehicle used to transport cargo.
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How to Write in Japanese - (トラック) toraku
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Example Sentences - (トラック) toraku
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Torakku wa ookii kuruma desu
A truck is a large car.
The truck is a large car.
- トラック - Japanese word meaning "truck"
- は - Japanese topic particle
- 大きい - Japanese adjective meaning "big"
- 車 - Japanese word meaning "car"
- です - Japanese verb meaning "to be" or "to be", used to indicate a statement
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