Translation and Meaning of: バス - basu

The word 「バス」 (basu) refers to the term "bus" in Japanese. The origin of this word lies in its adaptation from the English "bus." This process of borrowing from English illustrates how the Japanese language appropriates foreign terms to describe new concepts and technologies that have been introduced throughout modern history. Japanese often uses the katakana system to transcribe foreign words, and 「バス」 (basu) is a clear example of this linguistic phenomenon.

Historically, the bus as a means of transportation began to gain popularity in Japan in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as cities expanded and the need for public transport increased. Before the advent of the bus, carriages and other means of transport were predominant. The word 「バス」 (basu) became part of everyday vocabulary as the public transportation system developed and modernized.

Characteristics of Bus Transportation in Japan

Buses in Japan have characteristics that make them unique and efficient. They have strictly adhered schedules, which allow passengers to trust their services. Furthermore, many urban buses operate with electronic payment systems, making it easier for users to use them.

• Types of busesThere are different types of buses, including urban buses, express buses, and long-distance buses.
• AcessibilidadeBuses are designed to be accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.
• ConfortoMany buses, especially express ones, offer amenities such as air conditioning and reclining seats.

Furthermore, the word 「バス」 (basu) also gives rise to various expressions and word combinations in Japanese, such as 「バス停」 (basutei), which means "bus stop," and 「バスカード」 (basukādo), which refers to a card used for payment of bus fares. This evolution of the term demonstrates the importance of buses in the daily life of the Japanese and their constant adaptation to the needs of modern society.

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Synonyms and similar words

• バス (Basu) - Ônibus
• 公共交通機関 (Kōkyō Kōtsū Kikan) - Public transportation system
• 乗り物 (Norimono) - Vehicle, means of transportation (general term)
• 車両 (Sharyo) - Vehicle, especially in transportation contexts (technical term)
• バス車両 (Basu Sharyo) - Bus, specifically a bus within a classification of vehicles.

バス

Romaji: basu
Kana: バス
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n5

Translation / Meaning: bus; bath; low; low

Meaning in English: bus;bath;bass

Definition: Public transportation for the transport of people and goods.

Example Sentences - (バス) basu

See below some example sentences:

この新しいシステムの導入はスムーズに行われました。

Kono atarashii shisutemu no dōnyū wa sumūzu ni okonawaremashita

The introduction of this new system was carried out without any issues.

• この - this
• 新しい - new
• システム - system
• の - of
• 導入 - introduction
• は - is
• スムーズに - gently
• 行われました - was carried out

この薬の効き目はすごく強いです。

Kono kusuri no kikime wa sugoku tsuyoi desu

O efeito deste medicamento é muito forte.

• この - this
• 薬 - remédio
• の - Possession particle
• 効き目 - efeito
• は - Topic particle
• すごく - very
• 強い - strong
• です - Verb to be/estar

このシステムの運用はスムーズに行われています。

Kono shisutemu no unyō wa sumūzu ni okonawarete imasu

The operation of this system is carried out smoothly.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this" or "this here"
• システム - substantive that means "system"
• の - particle that indicates possession or belonging
• 運用 - noun that means "operation" or "maintenance"
• は - Particle indicating the topic of the sentence
• スムーズに - adverb that means "gently" or "without problems"
• 行われています - verb meaning "to be carried out" or "to be executed" in the present continuous

このシャツはすぐに汚れる。

Kono shatsu wa sugu ni yogoreru

This shirt dirty quickly.

This shirt gets dirty immediately.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this" or "this here"
• シャツ - noun meaning "shirt"
• は - topic particle that indicates that the subject of the sentence is "this shirt"
• すぐに - adverb that means "immediately" or "quickly"
• 汚れる - verb that means "to become dirty" or "to stain"

この問題はすでに納まった。

Kono mondai wa sudeni osamaru

This problem has already been solved.

This problem has already been paid for.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this" or "this here"
• 問題 - noun meaning "problem"
• は - particle that marks the topic of the sentence
• すでに - adverb meaning "already" or "now"
• 納まった - resolved or completed

この車はすぐに直る必要があります。

Kono kuruma wa sugu ni naoru hitsuyō ga arimasu

This car needs to be fixed immediately.

• この車 - "This car" in Japanese
• は - Japanese topic particle
• すぐに - "Imediatamente" in Japanese
• 直る - "To be fixed" in Japanese
• 必要 - "Necessário" in Japanese
• が - Subject particle in Japanese.
• あります - "Existe" in Japanese (polite form)

コンパスを使って円を描きました。

Kompasu wo tsukatte en wo egakimashita

I drew a circle using a measure.

I drew a circle using a compass.

• コンパス - compass (in Japanese)
• を - direct object particle
• 使って - using (verb form of 使う - tsukau)
• 円 - circle
• を - direct object particle
• 描きました - I drew (verb form of 描く - to draw) egaku)

バスに乗ります。

Basu ni norimasu

Vou pegar o ônibus.

Pegar o ônibus.

• バス (basu) - ônibus
• に (ni) - Particle that indicates the place where something happens
• 乗ります (norimasu) - boarding, enter

夜行バスに乗ります。

Yakou basu ni norimasu

I'll take a night bus.

Take the night bus.

• 夜行バス - Night bus
• に - particle that indicates destination or direction
• 乗ります - I am going to board

彼はボールを飛ばす。

Kare wa booru wo tobasu

Ele joga a bola.

Ele voa a bola.

• 彼 - The Japanese pronoun that means "he" is 彼 (かれ, kare).
• は - partícula de tópico que indica que "ele" é o tema da frase
• ボール - Japanese word that means "bola" -> "ball"
• を - partícula de objeto que indica que "bola" é o objeto direto da ação
• 飛ばす - verbo japonês que significa "lançar" ou "jogar"