Translation guide
The abbreviation 'AC' can refer to alternating current, air conditioning, or other concepts depending on context. This guide covers how to express these meanings in Japanese.
The electrical current that reverses direction periodically.
Standard term for alternating current. Often used in technical contexts.
このモーターは交流で動きます。
This motor runs on AC.
Literally 'AC power source'. Used when specifying the type of power supply.
AC電源を使ってください。
Please use AC power.
The system or process of cooling and dehumidifying indoor air.
Common abbreviation for air conditioner. Used in everyday conversation.
エアコンをつけてください。
Please turn on the AC.
More formal term for air conditioning, often used in technical or building management contexts.
Specifically refers to cooling function, as opposed to heating. Often seen on remote controls.
Various other meanings of AC as an abbreviation.
For less common abbreviations like 'AC' (e.g., athletic club, account, etc.), it's better to use the full Japanese term or describe the context rather than using the alphabet abbreviation, which may not be understood.
ACミランはイタリアのサッカークラブです。
AC Milan is an Italian football club.
The abbreviation 'AC' is not universally understood in Japanese. Always clarify whether you mean alternating current, air conditioning, or something else. In spoken Japanese, people usually say the full word or the common abbreviation like エアコン.
空調設備の点検を行います。
We will inspect the AC equipment.
冷房を28度に設定してください。
Please set the AC to 28 degrees.