Translation guide
BD is an abbreviation for "Blu-ray Disc," a high-definition optical disc format. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to as ブルーレイ (burūrei) or BD (bīdī). This guide covers how to refer to the format, discs, and related devices naturally in Japanese.
Referring to the Blu-ray format or a Blu-ray disc in general.
The most common and natural way to say 'Blu-ray' in Japanese. Used for both the format and individual discs.
この映画はブルーレイで見たい。
I want to watch this movie on Blu-ray.
ブルーレイを買った。
I bought a Blu-ray.
The abbreviation BD is also used, especially in written contexts or product specifications. Pronounced as the letters B and D.
BDプレーヤーが必要です。
You need a BD player.
Referring to a device that plays or records Blu-ray discs.
Standard term for a Blu-ray player.
新しいブルーレイプレーヤーを買った。
I bought a new Blu-ray player.
Term for a Blu-ray recorder, commonly used in Japan for TV recording.
ブルーレイレコーダーで番組を録画する。
I record TV programs with a Blu-ray recorder.
Abbreviated form, often seen in written specs.
BDプレーヤーを接続する。
Connect the BD player.
Abbreviated form for recorder.
BDレコーダーが故障した。
The BD recorder broke down.
Referring to a computer drive that reads/writes Blu-ray discs.
Standard term for a Blu-ray drive.
パソコンにブルーレイドライブが付いている。
My PC has a Blu-ray drive.
Abbreviated form.
外付けBDドライブを買う。
I'll buy an external BD drive.
In casual conversation, ブルーレイ is more common. BD is often used in product names, specifications, or written abbreviations. Both are understood.
このBDは再生できません。
This BD cannot be played.