Translation guide
A machine tool used to shape metal or other solid materials by removing material with a rotating cutter. In Japanese, the standard term is フライス盤, but related terms exist for specific types or contexts.
The standard term for a milling machine used in machining and manufacturing.
The most common and standard term for a milling machine in industrial and technical contexts.
This factory is equipped with the latest milling machines.
A direct loanword from English, used occasionally but less common than フライス盤.
Operating a milling machine requires skill.
A computer-controlled milling machine.
The standard term for a CNC milling machine. CNC is pronounced as individual letters.
Complex shapes can be machined with a CNC milling machine.
Often refers to a CNC milling machine with automatic tool changing, but can be used broadly for CNC mills.
We machine it all at once with a machining center.
Specifying the orientation of the spindle.
A compact milling machine for hobby or light use.
Bench-top milling machine. 卓上 means tabletop.
I use a bench-top milling machine as a hobby.
フライス盤 is the overwhelmingly common term in Japanese manufacturing. ミリングマシン is understood but sounds like a direct English loan and is less natural in most contexts. Stick with フライス盤 unless you have a specific reason.
Horizontal milling machines are suitable for heavy cutting.