レンタカー
れんたかー
noun
rental car
1.
rental car
A car hired temporarily from a rental service, commonly used by travelers and those without personal vehicles.
レンタカーを借りた。
I rented a car.
空港でレンタカーを予約した。
I booked a rental car at the airport.
沖縄旅行ではレンタカーがあると便利だ。
Having a rental car is convenient when traveling in Okinawa.
A wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English) term combining "rent" and "car." In English, "rental car" or "hire car" is used; the Japanese abbreviation レンタカー is the standard term.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- レンタカーを借りる: to rent a car
- レンタカーを返す: to return a rental car
- レンタカーの予約: rental car reservation
- レンタカー会社: car rental company
- レンタカー料金: rental car fee
USAGE:
Rental car shops are widespread in Japan, especially near major train stations, airports, and tourist areas. Renting typically requires a valid driver's license (international visitors need an International Driving Permit or a translation of their license). Unlike some countries, Japanese rental cars are returned with a full tank of gas.