理系
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
the sciences; STEM; science-related
Refers to the science/STEM side of study, school tracks, subjects, departments, and related careers. Often used adjectivally with の, as in 理系の科目, and contrasted with 文系.
See also: 文系
I decided to choose the science track in high school.
Among STEM subjects, I like math and chemistry.
Usage patterns
- 理系に進むto go into a science track/major
He went into the science track in high school.
- 理系出身to have a science/STEM background
She's an engineer with a science background.
- 理系向けaimed at/suited for science-minded people
This seminar's content is geared toward science-minded people.