Translation guide
The English word 'insert' refers to putting something into something else. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 入れる (ireru), but the best choice depends on what is being inserted and where. This guide covers physical insertion, data entry, and figurative uses.
Insert a coin.
Insert your card.
Physically placing an object into an opening, holder, or container.
General verb for putting something in. Works for most physical insertions.
Please insert a coin.
Insert the card into the slot.
Emphasizes sliding or plugging something into a tight-fitting opening, like a plug or a card.
Formal or technical term for insertion, often used in medical or mechanical contexts.
Insert a catheter.
Typing or pasting content into a digital form, document, or database.
Standard term for entering data, text, or commands into a computer or form.
Please insert your password.
Insert data.
Used in software menus for 'Insert' (e.g., inserting a row or image). More formal than 入れる.
Insert a row.
Casual way to say 'put in' data, often used in conversation.
Adding a remark, comment, or clause into speech or writing.
入れる is the most general 'put in'. 差し込む implies sliding into a narrow opening (like a card or plug). 挿入する is formal/technical (medical, software menus).
In software, the menu command 'Insert' is usually 挿入. Using 入れる might sound odd in that context.
プラグをコンセントに差し込む。
Insert the plug into the outlet.
Please insert your name here.
Can I insert a quick comment?