Translation guide
In Japanese, 'fender' is expressed with different words depending on whether you mean a car part, a boat cushion, a fireplace guard, or a bicycle mudguard. The most common term is for the car fender.
The panel over a car's wheel
The most common and direct loanword for a car fender. Used in everyday conversation and technical contexts.
The fender got dented.
Literally 'mud guard'. Can refer to a car fender, but more commonly used for bicycle/motorcycle mudguards. In car contexts, it's understood but less common than フェンダー.
The fender needs to be replaced.
A cushion hung from a boat to prevent damage when docking
A low metal frame in front of a fireplace to keep coals from rolling out
A curved cover over a wheel to block mud and water
The standard term for a bicycle or motorcycle mudguard. Often used in compound form like 前泥除け (front fender).
The bicycle fender came off.
Also used for bicycle/motorcycle fenders, especially in casual speech or when referring to aftermarket parts.
フェンダーを下ろして。
Lower the fenders.
アンティークのフェンダーを買った。
I bought an antique fender.
新しいフェンダーを付けた。
I put on a new fender.