Translation guide
CAD (Computer-Aided Design) is a technical term referring to software used for design and drafting. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to by the acronym CAD, but there are also native terms and related expressions.
The general concept of using computers to assist in design and drafting.
The most common way to refer to CAD in Japanese is simply the English acronym 'CAD', pronounced as キャド (kyado). It is widely understood in technical and engineering contexts.
CADを使って設計図を作成する。
Create blueprints using CAD.
This is the direct translation of 'Computer-Aided Design'. It is more formal and often used in academic or technical writing.
コンピュータ支援設計は製造業で広く使われている。
Computer-aided design is widely used in the manufacturing industry.
A variant with the long vowel mark (ー) in コンピューター. Both spellings are acceptable, but コンピュータ is more common in technical contexts.
コンピューター支援設計は製造業で広く使われている。
Computer-aided design is widely used in the manufacturing industry.
Referring specifically to the software used for CAD.
Short for 'CAD software'. This is the most natural way to refer to CAD programs in everyday conversation.
新しいCADソフトを導入した。
We introduced new CAD software.
The full form 'CAD software'. Slightly more formal than CADソフト.
このCADソフトウェアは3Dモデリングに優れている。
This CAD software is excellent for 3D modeling.
A person who operates CAD software.
Refers to a CAD operator, someone whose job is to use CAD software.
彼はCADオペレーターとして働いている。
He works as a CAD operator.
A more general term for a CAD technician or engineer.
CAD技術者の求人が増えている。
Job openings for CAD technicians are increasing.
CAD is pronounced as キャド (kyado) in Japanese, not spelled out as C-A-D.