ガジェット
がじぇっと
noun
gadget, device
1.
gadget, electronic device
A small electronic device or piece of technology, especially one that is innovative, clever, or useful. Often refers to smartphones, smartwatches, portable speakers, and similar devices.
新しいガジェットが出るとすぐ買ってしまう。
I end up buying new gadgets as soon as they come out.
このガジェットは旅行に便利だ。
This gadget is convenient for traveling.
ガジェット好きな彼は最新の機器に詳しい。
He's a gadget enthusiast and knows a lot about the latest devices.
SCOPE:
In Japanese, ガジェット typically refers to portable electronic devices like smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, wireless earbuds, portable chargers, etc. It emphasizes novelty and technological innovation.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ガジェット好き (gadget enthusiast)
- 最新ガジェット (latest gadget)
- ガジェットレビュー (gadget review)
- ガジェット系 (gadget-related)
RELATED TERMS:
- デバイス: device (more technical/formal)
- 機器: equipment, device (formal)
- 端末: terminal, device (technical)