Translation guide
A vehicle that uses a fuel cell to power its electric motor, typically referring to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
The learner wants to refer to a vehicle powered by a fuel cell, usually in a general or technical context.
Standard term for 'fuel cell vehicle'. Commonly used in news and technical writing.
燃料電池車は水素で走ります。
Fuel cell vehicles run on hydrogen.
Full formal term, often used in official documents or specifications.
トヨタは新しい燃料電池自動車を発表した。
Toyota announced a new fuel cell vehicle.
Common abbreviation for 'Fuel Cell Vehicle', used in both English and Japanese contexts.
FCVの普及が進んでいる。
The spread of FCVs is progressing.
The learner wants to emphasize that the vehicle uses hydrogen as fuel, distinguishing it from other fuel cell types.
Explicitly states 'hydrogen fuel cell vehicle'. Used when clarity about the fuel type is needed.
水素燃料電池車は二酸化炭素を排出しない。
Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles do not emit carbon dioxide.
Casual phrase meaning 'car that runs on hydrogen'. Useful in everyday conversation.
水素で走る車を見たことがありますか？
Have you ever seen a car that runs on hydrogen?