Translation guide
A chair designed for use at a computer desk, often with ergonomic features. In Japanese, the most common term is オフィスチェア, but other expressions exist depending on context.
A chair used at a computer desk, typically adjustable and with wheels.
The most common and natural term for a computer chair in Japanese, borrowed from English 'office chair'. It implies a chair with casters, adjustable height, and often armrests.
新しいオフィスチェアを買いました。
I bought a new computer chair.
このオフィスチェアは座り心地がいいです。
This computer chair is comfortable to sit in.
A common abbreviation for 'personal computer chair'. Used in casual and commercial contexts, especially for gaming-style chairs.
PCチェアが壊れたので、新しいのを探しています。
My computer chair broke, so I'm looking for a new one.
Literally 'desk chair'. Used for chairs at any desk, including computer desks. Slightly broader than オフィスチェア.
デスクチェアの高さを調節してください。
Please adjust the height of the computer chair.
A chair specifically designed for long hours of computer work, emphasizing lumbar support and adjustability.
A chair marketed as 'ergonomic'. Often used in office supply catalogs or by enthusiasts. Not as common in everyday speech.
エルゴノミクスチェアは腰に優しいです。
Ergonomic chairs are gentle on the lower back.
Means 'high-functionality chair'. Used to describe chairs with many adjustable features, often for gaming or professional use.
高機能チェアは値段が高いですが、長持ちします。
High-functionality chairs are expensive but last a long time.
The direct translation 'コンピュータチェア' is rarely used and sounds unnatural. Stick to オフィスチェア or PCチェア.