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bumper (car)
bumper; the front or rear protective structure on a vehicle designed to absorb impact in collisions
バンパー is a loanword from English "bumper," referring to the front and rear protective structures on vehicles.
Car parts
Common collocations
- バンパーに傷がつく (bumper gets scratched)
- バンパーがへこむ (bumper gets dented)
- バンパーを修理する (to repair the bumper)
- バンパーを塗装する (to paint the bumper)
Modern bumpers
- Most modern bumpers are made of plastic for lighter weight and easier repair
- 衝突吸収 (impact absorption) is a key function
- センサー類 (sensors) for parking and safety are often integrated
Phone case
バンパー is also used for phone cases that protect just the edges (バンパーケース).
Register: Neutral. Standard automotive vocabulary.