Translation guide
The English word 'socket' can refer to an electrical outlet, a light bulb socket, or a mechanical socket for tools. In Japanese, different words are used for each meaning.
A wall socket where you plug in electrical devices.
The most common word for an electrical outlet in Japanese. It comes from 'concentric plug' but is used for all wall sockets.
The part of a lamp or fixture where you screw in a light bulb.
A hollow part into which a tool or part fits, such as a socket wrench.
Please plug your smartphone into the socket.
Literally 'insertion opening', used for sockets on devices or walls, but less common than コンセント for wall outlets.
This socket is broken.
Used specifically for light bulb sockets. Also used in technical contexts for other types of sockets (e.g., CPU socket).
Please attach the light bulb to the socket.
Refers to the metal base of a light bulb or the socket itself, often used in technical or product descriptions.
This socket is E26 standard.
Used for socket wrenches and similar mechanical sockets. Often combined with レンチ (wrench).
Please tighten the bolt with a socket wrench.