Translation guide
The process of converting data structures or objects into a format that can be stored or transmitted and later reconstructed.
Converting data structures or objects into a storable/transmittable format (e.g., JSON, XML, binary).
Common loanword from English 'serialize', widely used in programming contexts.
Serialize the object to JSON.
Native Japanese term meaning 'serialization', literally 'serialization/linearization'. Common in technical documentation.
Use XML format for data serialization.
Alternative loanword-based term, combining 'serial' and '化' (change into).
Send the serialized data.
Arranging items in a sequential order or series.
Refers to serialization of a story, article, or comic in installments.
The novel was serialized in the newspaper.
Turning something into a series (e.g., TV series, book series).
The popular movie was turned into a series.
Literal phrase meaning 'arranging in order'. Not a technical term, but can be used in general contexts.
Arranging data in order.
Publishing a story or content in sequential parts over time.
Same as above, specifically for publishing installments.
Serialize a manga in a weekly magazine.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'publish as a serial/continued story'.
Both mean 'serialization' in computing. シリアライズ is more common in spoken and informal technical contexts, while 直列化 is often used in formal documentation and academic papers. They are interchangeable in most cases.
For non-computing meanings like 'serializing a story', do not use シリアライズ or 直列化. Use 連載 instead.
The story was published as a serial.