Translation of Japanese word "バグ" to English
バグ
バグ
[bagu]
IPA: /bagu/
Meaning
NounAn insect of the order Hemiptera (the “true bugs”).
How to use
バグ (bagu) — 'bug (software)' (loanword). バグを見つける / 修正する — find/fix a bug.
🇬🇧 English
bug (software)
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: バグ
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): バグ
Romaji Transcription: bagu
Example Sentences
バグはソフトウェアの品質を下げます。
バグはそふとわーあくのしこうをさげます。
Bugs lower the quality of software.
バグを修正するには、ソフトウェアエンジニアが必要です。
バグをしゅうせいするには、そふとわーえんじняがひつようです。
To fix a bug, a software engineer is necessary.
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What does the Japanese word "バグ" mean?▼
The Japanese word "バグ" means "bug (software)" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "An error or flaw in software that causes it to malfunction.".
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