Translation guide
The English word "receptor" refers to a structure that receives signals, stimuli, or substances. In Japanese, the translation depends heavily on the context: biology/medicine, electronics/telecommunications, or general receiving devices.
A protein molecule or sensory nerve ending that receives and responds to a stimulus.
Standard term for a cellular receptor in biology and medicine. Used for proteins that bind ligands like hormones or neurotransmitters.
This drug acts on dopamine receptors.
Katakana loanword from English, common in scientific contexts. Often interchangeable with 受容体.
Abnormalities in insulin receptors can cause diabetes.
Specifically refers to sensory receptors (e.g., in skin, eyes). More anatomical.
The skin has sensory receptors that detect temperature.
A device that receives signals, such as radio waves or light.
General term for a receiver in radio, TV, or telecommunications.
This receiver can pick up even weak radio waves.
Katakana loanword, often used for audio/video receivers or telephone receivers.
Specifically a light receptor or photodetector in electronics.
Something that receives or holds something else, not necessarily technical.
The English word 'receptor' covers many specialized concepts. Using the wrong Japanese term can cause confusion. Always identify the field first: biology → 受容体/レセプター, electronics → 受信機/レシーバー.
I connected the wireless receiver to the TV.
光ファイバー通信では受光素子が信号を電気に変換します。
In optical fiber communication, the light receptor converts signals into electricity.
この装置は振動の受容器として機能します。
This device functions as a vibration receptor.