Translation guide
A tool used to melt solder for joining metal parts, especially in electronics.
The physical hand tool with a heated tip used to melt solder.
Standard term for a soldering iron. Used in both hobbyist and professional contexts.
はんだごてを使って配線を直した。
I fixed the wiring using a soldering iron.
新しいはんだごてを買う必要がある。
I need to buy a new soldering iron.
Kanji form of はんだごて. Less common in everyday writing but seen in technical contexts.
Short for はんだごて, used in informal or technical settings where context is clear. Can also refer to other types of irons (e.g., アイロン).
Without context, こて might be misunderstood as a clothing iron or a branding iron.
こてを温めておいて。
Heat up the iron.
半田ごての温度管理は重要です。
Temperature control of the soldering iron is important.