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.
Arranging items in a sequential order or series.
Publishing a story or content in sequential parts over time.
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.
オブジェクトをJSONにシリアライズする。
Serialize the object to JSON.
Native Japanese term meaning 'serialization', literally 'serialization/linearization'. Common in technical documentation.
データの直列化にはXML形式を使用する。
Use XML format for data serialization.
Alternative loanword-based term, combining 'serial' and '化' (change into).
シリアル化されたデータを送信する。
Send the serialized data.
Refers to serialization of a story, article, or comic in installments.
その小説は新聞で連載された。
The novel was serialized in the newspaper.
Turning something into a series (e.g., TV series, book series).
人気映画がシリーズ化された。
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.
データを順番に並べること。
Arranging data in order.
Same as above, specifically for publishing installments.
週刊誌でマンガを連載する。
Serialize a manga in a weekly magazine.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'publish as a serial/continued story'.
その物語は続き物として出版された。
The story was published as a serial.