1.
processing capacity; processing power
The ability or capacity to handle and process tasks, data, or work. Used for both technological systems (computers, servers) and human or organizational capability.
処理能力 combines 処理 (processing) and 能力 (ability/capacity).
Common collocations
- 処理能力が高い/低い — high/low processing power
- 処理能力を上げる — to increase processing power
- 処理能力が足りない — insufficient processing capacity
- 処理能力を超える — to exceed processing capacity
While most commonly used in technology contexts, it also applies to organizational capacity (e.g., a factory's output capacity or a government office's ability to handle applications).
Related Words
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演算処理 (arithmetic processing)