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原点

gen-ten
noun★Intermediate
general

origin; starting point; point of origin

このプロジェクトの原点は、顧客のニーズに応えることだ。

The origin of this project is to meet customer needs.

💡

Often used metaphorically to refer to fundamental principles or foundational ideas.

technical

origin (in coordinate geometry); origin point (in a coordinate system)

座標系の原点は(0,0)にある。

The origin of the coordinate system is at (0,0).

💡

In mathematics, this refers to the point (0,0) in a 2D Cartesian coordinate system.

💻Technology
technical

reference point; baseline

この技術の原点は、1980年代の研究にある。

The origin of this technology lies in research from the 1980s.

💡

Used in technical contexts to refer to a foundational reference point.

Collocations

原点に戻るto return to the origin原点を探るto explore the origin

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Related Phrases

原点回帰phrase
regression to the origin

💡Pro Tip

Literal vs. Figurative Use

While '原点' can refer to a literal starting point (e.g., in math), it is often used figuratively to discuss foundational ideas or principles.

⚡Gold Rule

Mathematical Context

In mathematics, '原点' specifically refers to the point (0,0) in a coordinate system.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '原' (gen, meaning 'origin') and '点' (ten, meaning 'point').

📝Usage Notes

Can be used both literally (e.g., in mathematics) and metaphorically (e.g., in discussions about principles or foundations).

Word Breakdown

原
origin
root
+
点
point
root
✎ Noted on May 28, 2026JA → EN

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