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データ
deetaLoanword from English data
What does "データ" mean in English?
dataこの表は売上データを示しています。
This table shows the sales data.
How to use "データ" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
Technology
formaltechnical
Information, especially facts or statistics, that are collected and stored for analysis.
研究者は実験結果のデータを解析した。
The researchers analyzed the data from the experiment.
Commonly used in computing, statistics, and business contexts.
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Polite usage
When speaking formally, attach the honorific verb '取得する' (obtain) or '確認する' (confirm) to データ, e.g., 'データを取得してください'.
Word Origin
Borrowed from English 'data', which originates from Latin 'datum' meaning 'something given'.
Usage Notes
In everyday conversation, データ often refers to digital information such as files, statistics, or records. It is a neutral term; add adjectives like '大量の' (large amount) for emphasis.
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