Translation guide
The English word 'tuning' covers adjusting musical instruments, engines, and electronic devices for optimal performance. This guide helps learners express these ideas naturally in Japanese.
Adjusting a musical instrument to the correct pitch.
The standard term for tuning a musical instrument, especially a piano. Used as a noun or with する to form a verb.
I had the piano tuned.
Loanword from English, commonly used for tuning guitars and other instruments. Often used with する.
I tune the guitar.
Literally 'sound matching', used for tuning instruments to each other, like in an orchestra before a performance.
Let's tune up before the performance.
Adjusting an engine or car for better performance.
Adjusting a radio, TV, or other device to receive a signal clearly.
Making small adjustments to improve something.
チューニング is a loanword used for musical instruments (especially guitars), cars, and electronics. 調律 is specifically for tuning pianos and similar instruments. 調整 is a general term for adjustment and can be used in many contexts, including tuning.
Piano tuning is done by a specialist.
The guitar is out of tune.
I adjust the machine.
エンジンの調整が必要だ。
The engine needs tuning.
受信機を正しい周波数に同調させる。
Tune the receiver to the correct frequency.
設定を調整してください。
Please adjust the settings.