Japanese Conversation · Level 6
89 words
Japanese word
アンプ
Pronunciation
Romajianpu
Meaning
- nounamp
Example
このアンプは音がきれいです。ko no a n pu wa oto ga ki re i de su
This amp sounds clear.
More examples
新しいアンプで練習すると、音の違いがよく分かります。atara shi i a n pu de ren shū su ru to oto no chiga i ga yo ku wa ka ri ma su
When I practice with a new amp, I can clearly hear the difference in sound.
Core concept
Refers to a device or circuit that makes an audio or electrical signal stronger.
Common phrases
アンプを使うa n pu o tsuka u
use an amp
アンプにつなぐa n pu ni tsu na gu
connect to an amp
Similar words
増幅器zōfukuki: A device or circuit that increases the strength of an audio or electrical signal.
Definition in Japanese
音声や電気信号を増幅する装置。on sei ya den ki shin gō o zō fuku su ru sō chi
Word origin
The Japanese noun アンプ (anpu) comes from English amp, a shortened form of amplifier.
Usage tips
- In English, amp can mean either an amplifier or an ampere, so the surrounding context determines which meaning applies.