Translation guide
LCD refers to a liquid crystal display, a type of flat-panel screen used in TVs, monitors, and other devices. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to as 液晶 (ekishō) or the full term 液晶ディスプレイ (ekishō disupurei).
Referring to the display technology or the screen itself, such as an LCD TV, monitor, or panel.
The most common and natural way to refer to LCD technology or an LCD screen in everyday Japanese. Often used as a prefix in compound nouns.
このテレビは液晶です。
This TV is an LCD.
液晶画面が割れてしまった。
The LCD screen cracked.
The full term, often used in technical or formal contexts, or when distinguishing from other display types like OLED.
新しい液晶ディスプレイを買いました。
I bought a new LCD monitor.
The English abbreviation is sometimes used in technical specifications or product names, but it is less common in everyday speech.
このモニターはLCD方式です。
This monitor uses LCD technology.