Translation guide
The central processing unit of a computer. In Japanese, the English abbreviation 'CPU' is widely used and understood, especially in technical contexts.
Referring to the physical processor chip or the component in a computer.
The most common and natural way to refer to a CPU in Japanese, used in both technical and everyday contexts. Pronounced as シーピーユー.
I bought a new CPU.
This CPU has a fast processing speed.
The formal Japanese translation, literally 'central processing unit'. Used in technical documentation or formal writing, but less common in everyday speech.
The performance of the central processing unit has improved.
A general term for processor, often used interchangeably with CPU. Slightly more common in consumer contexts.
It is equipped with the latest processor.
Talking about how much of the CPU's capacity is being used.
The standard term for CPU usage rate. Used in task managers and system monitoring.
The CPU usage is at 100%.
Refers to CPU load, often used in technical discussions about system performance.
This app has a high CPU load.
CPU is pronounced as シーピーユー (shī pī yū) in Japanese, following the English letter names. Avoid pronouncing it as a word like 'see-poo'.