アダプター
あだぷたー
noun
adapter
1.
adapter
A device that allows equipment to be connected or used in a way different from its original design.
海外旅行に電源アダプターを持っていく。
I bring a power adapter for overseas travel.
ACアダプターを忘れた。
I forgot the AC adapter.
USBアダプターを使って接続する。
Connect using a USB adapter.
アダプター is a loanword from English "adapter" - a device that connects or converts between different systems.
COMMON TYPES:
- ACアダプター: AC adapter (power supply)
- 電源アダプター: power adapter
- 変換アダプター: conversion adapter
- USBアダプター: USB adapter
- 旅行用アダプター: travel adapter (for outlets)
- 充電アダプター: charging adapter
COMMON PATTERNS:
- アダプターを使う: to use an adapter
- アダプターを持っていく: to bring an adapter
- アダプターを忘れる: to forget the adapter
TRAVEL NOTE:
Japan uses Type A/B plugs (same as US). Travelers from Europe or UK need a 変換アダプター.