Translation guide
The term 'electronic mail' is an older, formal term for email. In Japanese, it is almost always referred to as メール or Eメール. This guide covers how to express the concept naturally in Japanese.
The most common and natural word for email in Japanese. Used in both casual and formal contexts.
I'll send an email.
Please check your email.
A slightly more formal or explicit term, often used in business or technical contexts. Less common in casual speech.
Please contact us by email.
The literal translation of 'electronic mail'. Very formal and technical; rarely used in daily conversation. Mostly seen in official documents or IT contexts.
Configure the electronic mail settings.
Referring specifically to an email address.
Actions related to email communication.
While 電子メール is the direct translation of 'electronic mail', it sounds overly formal and technical. Use メール or Eメール instead in almost all situations.
Let's exchange email addresses.