ラジオ
らじお
noun
radio
1.
radio
A device for receiving broadcast sound.
ラジオ refers to both the radio device and radio broadcasting as a medium.
ETYMOLOGY:
From English "radio."
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- ラジオを聞く: to listen to the radio
- ラジオ番組: radio program
- ラジオ放送: radio broadcast
- ラジオ局: radio station
USAGE:
While less dominant than television, radio remains popular for commuting and emergencies. During 災害 (disasters), portable radios are essential when power is out.