Translation guide
In Japanese, the word for 'lamp' depends on the type and context. The most common general term is 電気 (denki), which literally means 'electricity' but is used for any electric light. For a standalone lamp (like a desk or floor lamp), スタンド (sutando) is common. Traditional lamps are ランプ (ranpu) or 灯 (akari).
Referring to any electric light fixture, including ceiling lights, lamps, etc.
Literally 'electricity', but in everyday speech it means 'electric light'. Use this for turning on/off the light, or referring to a light fixture in a room.
Please turn on the light.
The light in the room went out.
Means 'light' in a general sense, often used for the light emitted by a lamp or any source. Can be used for lamps, candles, etc.
A movable lamp with a base and shade, like a desk lamp or floor lamp.
A lamp that uses oil or a flame, often old-fashioned.
Loanword from English 'lamp', but in Japanese it typically refers to an oil lamp or a traditional lamp, not a modern electric one.
In the old days, they used oil lamps.
Can mean 'lamp' or 'light' in a poetic or traditional sense. Often used in compound words.
A traditional Japanese paper-covered lamp with a candle or oil.
A lamp used for lighting streets or outdoor areas.
The word ランプ usually refers to oil lamps or traditional lamps. For a modern electric lamp, use 電気 or スタンド.
I bought a new lamp.
Read a book by the light of a lamp.
More explicit: 'electric stand'. Same as スタンド but clearer.
I replaced my desk lamp.
I put a floor lamp in the living room.
Light a lamp.
旅館の廊下に行灯が置いてあった。
There was an andon lamp in the hallway of the inn.
Turn on the outdoor light at the entrance.