テク
Meanings
technology; tech
Abbreviation of テクノロジー. Often used casually or in media-style phrasing for new devices, methods, or applied technology; context may overlap with 技術.
See also: テクノロジー
This exhibition introduces the latest tech in AI and robotics.
Slangy short form for a person's technique or practical skill, especially in performance, sports, games, or hands-on work.
Her dance technique is on a professional level.
noun-modifying (irregular)
Abbreviated, modifier-like use corresponding to テクニカル. It is most safely understood in fixed or industry-style compounds such as テクリハ, rather than as a freely used everyday adjective.
In stage production, the テク in テクリハ is short for “technical.”
Usage patterns
- テクを磨くto hone one's technique/skill
He practices every day to hone his guitar technique.
- テクを使うto use a (particular) technique
In this match, the opponent used an unexpected technique.