Dictionary
English - Japanese
Printing
ˈprɪn(t)ɪŋ
Very common
~ 2200
~ 2200
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.
印刷 (いんさつ, insatsu), 印刷物 (いんさつぶつ, insatsubutsu), プリンティング (purintingu), 版印刷 (はんいんさつ, han'insatsu)
Printing meanings in Japanese
印刷 (いんさつ, insatsu)
Example:
I need to finish the printing of these documents.
これらの書類の印刷を終えなければなりません。
The printing quality is excellent.
印刷の品質は素晴らしいです。
Usage: formalContext: Used in professional settings, such as offices, printing houses, or discussions about publishing.
Note: The term '印刷' refers specifically to the process of printing physical copies of documents or images.
印刷物 (いんさつぶつ, insatsubutsu)
Example:
We need to distribute the printed materials.
印刷物を配布する必要があります。
The printed materials were well-received at the conference.
印刷物は会議で好評でした。
Usage: formalContext: Often used in contexts involving marketing, education, or distribution of printed materials.
Note: Refers to any items that have been printed, such as brochures, flyers, or books.
プリンティング (purintingu)
Example:
We are using advanced printing technology.
私たちは先進的なプリンティング技術を使用しています。
The printing process has been automated.
プリンティングプロセスは自動化されています。
Usage: informalContext: Used in casual conversations, especially in tech or design fields.
Note: A loanword from English, often used within technical or design discussions.
版印刷 (はんいんさつ, han'insatsu)
Example:
Lithographic printing is a common method in the industry.
リトグラフィー版印刷は業界で一般的な方法です。
The technique of block printing has been used for centuries.
版印刷の技術は何世紀も前から使われています。
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions about printing techniques or methods in professional printing or educational contexts.
Note: Refers specifically to various techniques of printing, such as lithography or screen printing.
Printing's synonyms
publishing
Publishing involves the production and distribution of written or printed material, including books, newspapers, and magazines.
Example: The publishing of the new magazine was a success.
Note: Printing specifically refers to the process of reproducing text or images on paper or other materials, while publishing encompasses the entire process of making content available to the public.
typesetting
Typesetting involves arranging text and images in a visually appealing way for printing or digital publication.
Example: The typesetting of the manuscript was done meticulously to ensure readability.
Note: Typesetting focuses on the layout and design of text and images, while printing refers to the physical reproduction of the finalized layout.
duplication
Duplication refers to making exact copies of a document or material.
Example: The duplication of the report was necessary for distribution to all team members.
Note: Duplication is a broader term that includes copying or reproducing content, while printing specifically refers to the process of producing text or images on paper.
Printing expressions, common phrases
In print
Refers to something that is published or available in physical form, such as a book or a newspaper.
Example: The article will be in print next week.
Note: The original word 'printing' refers to the process of reproducing text or images on paper or other materials, while 'in print' refers to the state of being published or available.
Printed word
Refers to the impact and influence of written material, especially when widely distributed through printing.
Example: The power of the printed word can influence opinions.
Note: While 'printing' refers to the physical act of reproducing text, 'printed word' emphasizes the influence and significance of written material.
Print media
Refers to newspapers, magazines, and other publications that are produced through printing.
Example: She works in the print media industry.
Note: Unlike the general term 'printing', 'print media' specifically refers to the industry and products associated with printed publications.
Print run
Refers to the quantity of copies of a publication that are printed at one time.
Example: The publisher ordered a large print run for the new book.
Note: While 'printing' refers to the process of reproduction, 'print run' focuses on the specific number of copies produced in a single printing.
Printed matter
Refers to any material that is produced through printing, such as books, brochures, and flyers.
Example: The library contains a wide variety of printed matter.
Note: Similar to 'printing', 'printed matter' encompasses a broad range of materials created through the process of printing.
Off the press
Refers to something that has just been printed or published and is very new or fresh.
Example: The breaking news is hot off the press.
Note: Unlike 'printing', which focuses on the physical act, 'off the press' emphasizes the immediacy and freshness of recently printed material.
Print shop
Refers to a place where printing services, such as copying, printing, and binding, are offered.
Example: They had their business cards printed at the local print shop.
Note: While 'printing' is a general term, 'print shop' specifically denotes a physical location where printing services are provided.
Printing everyday (slang) expressions
Prints
In slang, 'prints' refer to copies or reproductions of documents or images made through printing.
Example: I need to pick up my prints from the copy center.
Note: It is a shortened informal term for 'printed copies.'
Ink it Up
'Ink it up' means to start printing or to begin the printing process using ink.
Example: Let's ink it up and get these flyers done before the event.
Note: It is a colloquial expression that relates specifically to the act of printing using ink.
Press Time
'Press time' implies the urgent period when printing needs to be completed before a deadline.
Example: We're on a tight deadline, it's press time now!
Note: It refers to the crucial moment when the printing press is in operation to produce materials quickly.
Proof
In printing slang, 'proof' refers to a test print or sample to review for errors before final printing.
Example: Can you check the proof before we send it to the printer?
Note: This term is commonly used in printing to refer to a trial version for quality control purposes.
Plate
In printing jargon, a 'plate' is a flat sheet of metal or other material used in the process of offset printing.
Example: We need to make adjustments to the plate before we start printing the magazines.
Note: It refers to the physical template used in offset printing, distinct from the general term 'printing.'
Bleed
In printing terminology, 'bleed' refers to extending an image or color beyond the finished edge of a document to ensure it prints to the edge without any white margin.
Example: Make sure the image bleeds off the edge for a professional look.
Note: It is a technical term in printing that addresses the specific design aspect of extending content beyond the trim area.
Gang Run
A 'gang run' involves combining multiple printing projects onto a single sheet to optimize resources and reduce printing costs.
Example: Let's set up a gang run to save costs on printing these business cards.
Note: This term is specific to the printing industry and signifies a cost-saving technique by combining multiple print jobs on one sheet.
Printing - Examples
Printing a document is easy with a printer.
The printing of the book will be finished next week.
Please fill out the printing request form.
Printing grammar
Printing - Verb (Verb) / Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle)
Lemma: print
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): prints, print
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): print
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): printed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): printing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): prints
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): print
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): print
Syllables, Separation and Stress
printing Contains 2 syllables: print • ing
Phonetic transcription: ˈprin-tiŋ
print ing , ˈprin tiŋ (The red syllable is stressed)
Printing - 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.
printing: ~ 2200 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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