Translation guide
The English term 'electric guitar' refers to a guitar that uses pickups to convert string vibrations into electrical signals, typically for amplification. In Japanese, the most common and direct equivalent is エレキギター, a loanword from English. There are also native Japanese terms and related expressions.
Referring to the electric guitar as a musical instrument.
The most common and standard term for 'electric guitar' in Japanese. It is a loanword from English and widely understood.
彼はエレキギターを弾くのが上手だ。
He is good at playing the electric guitar.
新しいエレキギターを買った。
I bought a new electric guitar.
A less common but still valid term. It literally means 'electric guitar' using the native Japanese word for electricity. It may sound slightly more formal or technical.
電気ギターの音はアンプで変えられる。
The sound of an electric guitar can be changed with an amplifier.
A direct transliteration of 'electric guitar'. It is understood but rarely used compared to エレキギター. May appear in formal or written contexts.
エレクトリックギターの歴史について調べた。
I researched the history of the electric guitar.
Using a shorter or more casual term for electric guitar.
A common abbreviation of エレキギター, used in casual conversation among musicians or enthusiasts.
昨日、エレキを練習した。
I practiced electric guitar yesterday.