Eメール
ī mērunoun★BeginnerLoanword from English Eメール
formalinformal
An electronic mail message sent over the internet
重要なEメールを忘れずに送ってください
Please don't forget to send the important email.
💡
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts in Japanese.
Collocations
Eメールを送るto send an emailEメールを受け取るto receive an emailEメールを確認するto check an email
Synonyms
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Casual Usage
In formal writing or professional settings, 'Eメール' is preferred, while 'メール' is more common in everyday conversation.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the English word 'email', adapted into Japanese using katakana for foreign loanwords.
📝Usage Notes
The term 'Eメール' is more commonly used in formal or professional contexts, while 'メール' is more casual. Both are widely understood.
Word Breakdown
E
Electronic
prefixメール
mail
root和英辞典