Translation guide
The metric unit of volume, commonly used for liquids. In Japanese, it is expressed with the loanword リットル, often abbreviated as L.
リットル
litre
Expressing the quantity of a liquid or gas in litres.
The standard Japanese word for litre, a loanword from English/French. Used in all contexts, from everyday conversation to technical writing.
水を１リットル買った。
I bought one litre of water.
このペットボトルは２リットル入りです。
This plastic bottle holds two litres.
The symbol for litre, often used in written contexts like labels, recipes, or technical documents. Pronounced as リットル.
牛乳１ℓ
1 litre of milk
The uppercase 'L' is also commonly used as the symbol for litre in Japan, especially in product packaging and signage. Pronounced as リットル.
ガソリンを40L入れた。
I put in 40 litres of gasoline.
このタンクは何リットル入りますか？
How many litres does this tank hold?
私は一日に水を２リットル飲みます。
I drink two litres of water a day.