Japanese word

切り替え

Pronunciation

Romajikirikae

Meaning

  • nounswitch

Example

設定の切り替えが簡単です。set tei no ki ri ka e ga kan tan de su

Switching between settings is easy.

Illustration for 切り替え (switch)

More examples

設定画面では、切り替え方法を選べます。set tei ga men de wa ki ri ka e hō hō o era be ma su

On the settings screen, you can choose how to switch.

Core concept

Describes moving from one state, option, or setting to another.

Common phrases

  • 自動切り替えji dō ki ri ka e

    automatic switching

Similar words

変更henkō: The act of altering a setting, condition, or arrangement without implying a particular direction.
転換tenkan: A change from one method, system, or state to another, often involving a clear change in direction.
移行ikō: The process of moving to a new system, mode, or stage, usually over a period of time.

Definition in Japanese

ある状態や対象を別のものに変えること。a ru jō tai ya tai shō o betsu no mo no ni ka e ru ko to

Word origin

The noun 切り替え (kirikae) comes from the verb 切り替える (kirikaeru), combining 切る (kiru, "cut") and 替える (kaeru, "change or replace").

Usage tips

  • In everyday Japanese, 切り替え (kirikae) can describe changing active choices, so it appears in contexts such as language, screens, channels, and driving modes.

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