車種(しゃしゅ)

しゃしゅ
noun
car model; type of vehicle
1. car model; type of vehicle
The specific model or type of a vehicle. Used when talking about choosing, comparing, or identifying different cars.
人気(にんき)の車種(しゃしゅ)はどれですか。
Which car models are popular?
レンタカーの車種(しゃしゅ)を選(えら)んでください。
Please choose the type of rental car.
保険料(ほけんりょう)は車種(しゃしゅ)によって大(おお)きく異(こと)なる。
Insurance premiums vary greatly depending on the car model.

車種(しゃしゅ) refers to the model or type of a vehicle. It covers both specific models (e.g., a particular car name) and broader categories (sedan, SUV, compact).

WORD FORMATION:
車(しゃ) (vehicle) + 種(しゅ) (type, kind)

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 車種(しゃしゅ)を選(えら)ぶ: to choose a car model
  • 人気(にんき)車種(しゃしゅ): popular car model
  • 対象(たいしょう)車種(しゃしゅ): applicable vehicle types
  • 車種(しゃしゅ)によって異(こと)なる: varies by vehicle type

USAGE:
In rental car and insurance contexts, 車種(しゃしゅ) often refers to size class (compact, sedan, SUV) rather than a specific brand or model name.

SIMILAR ～種(しゅ) WORDS:

  • 品種(ひんしゅ): variety, breed
  • 機種(きしゅ): device model (phones, computers)
  • 業種(ぎょうしゅ): type of industry
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Added 2026.3.23 13:38 · Revised 2026.3.29 14:14
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