English–Japanese

“alias” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibetsumei

Example

この植物は別名でも知られています。ko no shoku butsu wa betsu mei de mo shi ra re te i ma su

This plant is also known by another name.

Illustration for 別名 (alias)

How to say “alias” in Japanese

“Alias” in Japanese is 別名 (betsumei).

Describes a name used instead of a person's or thing's usual or official name.

Full entry for 別名: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 別名

作家は作品ごとに別名を使い分けています。sak ka wa saku hin go to ni betsu mei o tsuka i wa ke te i ma su

The writer uses different aliases for different works.

Tips for using 別名

  • In English, alias is not limited to a secret personal name and can also refer to an alternative name for a file, command, or other thing.

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