Japanese word

装置

Pronunciation

Romajisōchi

Meaning

  • noundevice

Example

新しい装置を使います。atara shi i sō chi o tsuka i ma su

I use the new device.

Illustration for 装置 (device)

More examples

この装置は電池で動きます。ko no sō chi wa den chi de ugo ki ma su

This device runs on batteries.

Core concept

Describes a set of parts arranged to carry out a particular function, from a simple tool to complex equipment.

Common phrases

  • 装置を使うsō chi o tsuka u

    use a device

  • 装置を操作するsō chi o sō sa su ru

    operate a device

Similar words

機器kiki: A piece of equipment, often electrical or technical, used for a particular purpose.
機械kikai: A machine that uses moving parts or power to perform work.
設備setsubi: Equipment set up in a place to support a particular service or function.
器具kigu: A tool used to perform a specific task.

Definition in Japanese

特定の目的を果たすために、機械や部品などを組み合わせて作ったもの。toku tei no moku teki o ha ta su ta me ni ki kai ya bu hin na do o ku mi a wa se te tsuku tta mo no

Word origin

The Sino-Japanese compound 装置 (sōchi) joins 装 (sō, "to equip") with 置 (chi, "to place"), expressing something set in place and equipped for a purpose.

Usage tips

  • In technical Japanese, 装置 (sōchi) often names an apparatus designed for one job, so it sounds more specialized than the broad English word device in many everyday contexts.

Other meanings

  • equipmentnoun
  • machinenoun

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