Translation guide
A self-contained unit or component, often part of a larger system. In Japanese, the translation depends on whether you mean a physical module, a software module, an educational module, or a modular concept.
software module
educational module
単元 is more common in school contexts.
A self-contained piece of code or a library that performs a specific function.
The most common and direct loanword for 'module' in software contexts. Widely understood.
Please import this module.
Python has many useful modules.
Literally 'part' or 'component'. Used when emphasizing that the module is a replaceable piece of a larger software system.
A detachable or replaceable physical unit, such as in electronics, machinery, or furniture.
Also used for physical modules, especially in tech or engineering contexts.
The paper feed module of this printer has broken.
Often used for a self-contained physical unit, like an air conditioning unit or a kitchen unit.
Used for building-block style modules, like in construction toys or modular architecture.
A unit of study or a section of a course.
Commonly used in e-learning and university contexts.
This course consists of five modules.
A 'teaching unit' or 'learning unit', often used in school curricula.
Means 'subject' or 'course', but can sometimes be used for a module within a larger program.
Referring to the idea of something being modular or a component of a larger whole.
While モジュール is widely understood, in some contexts a more specific Japanese word (like 部品 for a physical part or 単元 for a study unit) sounds more natural. Use モジュール when the modular aspect is key, or in tech/engineering fields.
Please replace this module (physical part).
このシステムは複数のソフトウェア部品で構成されています。
This system is composed of multiple software modules.
この棚はモジュール式のユニットでできています。
This shelf is made of modular units.
レゴブロックを組み合わせてモジュールを作る。
Combine Lego blocks to make a module.
次の単元は江戸時代についてです。
The next module is about the Edo period.
この科目は必修モジュールです。
This subject is a compulsory module.
Modular furniture is convenient for moving.
A formal term meaning 'constituent element' or 'component'. Used in abstract or technical descriptions.
Each module is a component of the system.