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English - Japanese
Delete
dəˈlit
Very common
~ 2300
~ 2300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
削除する (さくじょする), 消去する (しょうきょする), 抹消する (まっしょうする), 取り消す (とりけす)
Delete meanings in Japanese
削除する (さくじょする)
Example:
I need to delete that file from my computer.
そのファイルをコンピュータから削除する必要があります。
Please delete your old messages.
古いメッセージを削除してください。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in computing and everyday conversation.
Note: This is the most common translation for 'delete' and can be used in various contexts.
消去する (しょうきょする)
Example:
You can erase the data on the device.
デバイスのデータを消去することができます。
Make sure to erase the history after browsing.
ブラウジング後は履歴を消去してください。
Usage: formalContext: Often used in technical or formal contexts regarding data and information.
Note: This term emphasizes the act of completely removing information, often used in a more formal context.
抹消する (まっしょうする)
Example:
The document was erased from the record.
その文書は記録から抹消されました。
He tried to erase all traces of his past.
彼は自分の過去の痕跡を全て抹消しようとしました。
Usage: formalContext: Used in legal or official contexts, often referring to the removal of records or information.
Note: This term has a stronger connotation and is less commonly used in everyday conversation.
取り消す (とりけす)
Example:
I want to cancel my last command.
最後のコマンドを取り消したいです。
You can undo the last action.
最後のアクションを取り消すことができます。
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in computing or casual conversation when referring to reversing actions.
Note: This term is more about canceling or undoing rather than outright deletion.
Delete's synonyms
Remove
To take something away or eliminate it.
Example: Please remove the unnecessary files from the folder.
Note: Similar to 'delete,' but can also imply physically taking something away.
Erase
To remove all traces or marks of something.
Example: Make sure to erase all the data before selling the old computer.
Note: Often used for removing data or information completely.
Omit
To leave out or exclude something.
Example: The editor decided to omit that paragraph from the final draft.
Note: More commonly used in the context of excluding rather than permanently removing.
Delete expressions, common phrases
Wipe out
To completely remove or destroy something.
Example: I accidentally wiped out all my files on the computer.
Note: It implies a more thorough and irreversible deletion compared to simply deleting.
Erase from memory
To forget or remove something from one's memory.
Example: I wish I could erase that embarrassing moment from my memory.
Note: It refers to removing something not just physically but also mentally or emotionally.
Cut out
To remove or eliminate something from a larger whole.
Example: I had to cut out the unnecessary parts of the document.
Note: It suggests a precise removal, like cutting out a piece of paper from a larger sheet.
Scrub out
To eliminate or erase something completely.
Example: She scrubbed out all references to her ex-boyfriend from her social media.
Note: It emphasizes a thorough and meticulous deletion process, like scrubbing away dirt.
Obliterate
To destroy completely, leaving nothing behind.
Example: The virus obliterated all the data on the hard drive.
Note: It conveys a sense of total destruction beyond just deletion.
Remove completely
To take away entirely, leaving no trace.
Example: Please remove my name completely from the list.
Note: It emphasizes the thoroughness of the removal process without any remnants.
Wipe off
To clean or remove something by wiping it away.
Example: She used a cloth to wipe off the whiteboard after the meeting.
Note: It implies a physical cleaning action, like wiping away dust or marks.
Expunge
To erase or remove completely, especially official records or memories.
Example: The court ordered the records to be expunged after his innocence was proven.
Note: It is often used in legal contexts to indicate the removal of records as if they never existed.
Delete everyday (slang) expressions
Trash
In informal language, 'trash' is used to mean delete or move something to the trash or recycle bin.
Example: I accidentally clicked trash instead of saving the file.
Note: The original word 'delete' is more formal, while 'trash' is informal and commonly used in casual conversations.
Bin
In slang terms, 'bin' is used as a synonym for delete or discard something.
Example: I'll just bin this email, it's not important.
Note: While 'delete' is a standard term, 'bin' is more colloquial and may not be understood universally.
Chuck
'Chuck' is a slang term meaning to throw away or get rid of something, commonly used to imply deleting a digital file or discarding something physically.
Example: I'll just chuck this old document, we don't need it anymore.
Note: 'Chuck' is more informal and implies a casual or careless attitude towards deleting something compared to the neutral 'delete'.
Ditch
'Ditch' is a slang term meaning to get rid of something or discard it, often used informally to refer to deleting files, images, or other items.
Example: Let's ditch all these old photos, we need to clear up some space.
Note: Unlike 'delete', which is more neutral, 'ditch' carries a connotation of intentionally discarding or abandoning something.
X
In informal usage, 'X' refers to deleting or removing something, often associated with mistakenly closing or deleting content.
Example: I accidentally clicked the X and deleted the whole paragraph.
Note: While 'delete' is a specific action, 'X' is more ambiguous and can refer to various types of removal or deletion.
Dump
'Dump' is slang for getting rid of or discarding something, commonly used informally to refer to deleting or removing unwanted content.
Example: I'm going to dump all these old emails, they're taking up too much space.
Note: Compared to 'delete', 'dump' has a more casual and sometimes dismissive connotation, suggesting quick and unsentimental removal.
Pitch
'Pitch' is a slang term meaning to throw away or discard something, often used informally to convey the act of deleting or getting rid of unwanted items.
Example: I think I'm just going to pitch this whole folder, it's a mess.
Note: While 'delete' is a standard term, 'pitch' is more informal and implies a more abrupt or forceful action of discarding something.
Delete - Examples
Delete the file from your computer.
Can you delete my name from the list?
I accidentally deleted all my emails.
Delete grammar
Delete - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: delete
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): deleted
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): deleting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): deletes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): delete
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): delete
Syllables, Separation and Stress
delete Contains 2 syllables: de • lete
Phonetic transcription: di-ˈlēt
de lete , di ˈlēt (The red syllable is stressed)
Delete - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
delete: ~ 2300 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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