Translation guide
A power bar can refer to an energy snack or a multi-outlet electrical strip. This guide covers both meanings.
A bar-shaped snack providing energy, often for athletes or as a meal replacement.
The most common and direct loanword for 'energy bar' or 'power bar'.
運動の前にエナジーバーを食べた。
I ate an energy bar before exercising.
Specifically a protein bar, often used for muscle recovery.
筋トレの後でプロテインバーを食べます。
I eat a protein bar after strength training.
A more formal or descriptive term for a nutritional supplement bar.
この栄養補助バーはビタミンが豊富です。
This nutritional supplement bar is rich in vitamins.
A device with multiple electrical sockets, often with a switch or surge protection.
The standard term for a power strip or multi-outlet extension.
パソコンとプリンターを電源タップに接続した。
I connected the computer and printer to the power strip.
Literally 'extension cord', often used for power strips with a long cable.
延長コードを買ってきて、コンセントを増やそう。
Let's buy an extension cord and add more outlets.
Short for 'Office Automation tap', a term sometimes used for power strips in office settings.
オフィスではOAタップがよく使われている。
OA taps are often used in offices.