MT

えむてぃー
noun
manual transmission
1. manual transmission
A type of vehicle transmission that requires manual gear shifting using a clutch pedal and gear stick.
MT車(しゃ)を運転(うんてん)できる?
Can you drive a manual?
MTの方(ほう)が運転(うんてん)が楽(たの)しい。
Driving a manual is more fun.
MT免許(めんきょ)を持(も)っていれば、AT車(しゃ)も運転(うんてん)できる。
If you have an MT license, you can also drive automatic cars.

ETYMOLOGY:
Abbreviation of 'Manual Transmission'.

USAGE:
MT cars are becoming increasingly rare in Japan, but some driving enthusiasts prefer them. An MT license allows driving both MT and AT vehicles.

COLLOCATIONS:

  • MT車(しゃ) - manual car
  • MT免許(めんきょ) - MT license (allows driving both MT and AT)

Related Words

Antonym: AT (automatic transmission)
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Added 2026.1.21 10:00 · Revised 2026.1.24 23:24
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