Translation guide
The English word 'ping' has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common ones for learners: the sound, the computer network test, and the casual message. It does not cover every possible Japanese translation.
A short, high-pitched ringing sound, like a small bell or electronic beep.
Onomatopoeia for a short, high-pitched sound. Often used for electronic beeps or small bells.
電子レンジがピンと鳴った。
The microwave went 'ping'.
To send a signal to a computer or server to check connectivity or response time.
Loanword from English, used as a noun or suru-verb in IT contexts.
To send a quick, informal message to get someone's attention or check in.
General verb for 'to contact'. Use with ちょっと (a little) to convey a quick, casual message.
後でちょっと連絡するね。
I'll ping you later.
Literally 'send a message'. Natural for text-based pings.
While ピンする exists as slang, it's not standard. Use 連絡する or メッセージを送る for natural Japanese.
Another onomatopoeia for a high-pitched sound, often used for timers or bells. Slightly lower pitch than ピン.
タイマーがチンと鳴った。
The timer went 'ping'.
サーバーにピングを送ってください。
Please ping the server.
ピングが通らない。
The ping doesn't go through.
Colloquial IT phrase meaning 'to send a ping'. 打つ (to hit/strike) is used metaphorically.
ちょっとピングを打ってみて。
Try pinging it.
確認のメッセージを送っておいた。
I sent a ping to confirm.
Slang derived from the English 'ping', used as a suru-verb among some tech-savvy or online communities. Not widely understood.
May not be understood outside of certain online or gaming circles.
あとでピンするわ。
I'll ping you later.