ラジオ

らじお
noun
radio
1. radio
A device for receiving broadcast sound.
ラジオ()
I listen to the radio.
I found out from the radio news.
I listened to the radio while driving.
I enjoy listening to my favorite music program on the radio.
During power outages, you can gather information with a radio, so it's convenient to have one at home.

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()く: to listen to the radio
  • ラジオ番組(ばんぐみ): radio program
  • ラジオ放送(ほうそう): radio broadcast
  • ラジオ(きょく): radio station

USAGE:
While less dominant than television, radio remains popular for commuting and emergencies. During 災害(さいがい) (disasters), portable radios are essential when power is out.