IM
also: アイエム
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Meanings
1
instant messaging; IM
Refers to instant messaging services, messengers, or messages. Common in tech contexts.
I exchanged messages with a friend via IM.
2
Computing term for software that handles text input, especially for East Asian languages.
To type in Japanese, you need to switch the input method.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉にIMを送るto send someone an IM
I sent my friend an IM to confirm the meeting spot.
- IMを切り替えるto switch the input method (e.g. between languages)
I switch the IM when typing in Japanese versus English.
- IMでやり取りするto communicate back and forth via IM
For work, we often communicate via IM rather than email.
- 日本語IMa Japanese input method
This computer comes with a Japanese IM installed by default.
- IMアプリan IM app
I installed a new IM app on my phone.