Translation and Meaning of: 便 - bin

The Japanese word 「便」 (bin) is fascinating, not only for its meaning but also for its etymology and the way it is used in different contexts. The origin of the kanji 「便」 traces back to ancient Chinese, where it conveyed the basic idea of "convenience" or "ease." This concept of utility and ease remains the foundation for many uses of the word in modern Japanese.

In terms of definition, 「便」 (bin) is often used to indicate things related to transportation and communication. One of the most common uses is to describe "flights" or "mail services." For example, 「飛行便」 (hikou bin) refers to an airplane flight, emphasizing the use of the word to highlight services that bring convenience and time savings to people. Additionally, 「便」 can appear in combinations that mean "message" or "news," reinforcing the connection with efficient communication.

This kanji also unfolds into different terms in Japanese vocabulary, such as 「便利」 (benri), which means "convenient," and 「便せん」 (binsen), which refers to "letter paper." Here, the radical 「リ」 in the kanji of 「利」, which often accompanies 「便」, indicates that it is something advantageous or beneficial. The varied and versatile use of 「便」 reflects the cultural importance of efficiency and convenience in contemporary Japan.

Interestingly,「便」also carries nuances that can be observed in the combination「便所」(benjo), which is a polite way of saying bathroom or toilet, thereby emphasizing a basic human need, once again linked to the idea of convenience and practicality. This usage highlights the multifaceted aspect of the word, which is not limited only to modern items and services, but also extends to everyday necessities.

Vocabulary

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Synonyms and similar words

• 便利 (benri) - Convenience, ease of use.
• 便宜 (benigi) - Convenience, favor, benefit. It can have a connotation of ease in certain circumstances.
• 便所 (benjo) - Bathroom, toilet.
• 便箋 (bensen) - Letter paper, stationery.
• 便乗 (benjō) - Riding on something, convenient adherence to a situation or use of someone else's transportation.
• 便器 (benki) - Toilet, bathroom equipment.
• 便秘 (benpi) - Constipation, difficulty in passing stool.
• 便り (tayori) - Correspondence, news, message.
• 便意 (beni) - Need to urinate or defecate. Urgency feeling related to bodily functions.
• 便覧 (benran) - Guides or informational compendiums, manuals.

便

Romaji: bin
Kana: びん
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3

Translation / Meaning: mail; postage; flight (for example, air flight); service; opportunity; chance; Letter

Meaning in English: mail;post;flight (e.g. airline flight);service;opportunity;chance;letter

Definition: A means or method to transport things.

Example Sentences - (便) bin

See below some example sentences:

このアプリはとても便利です。

Kono apuri wa totemo benri desu

Este aplicativo é muito conveniente.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this" or "this here"
• アプリ - abreviação de "aplicativo", referindo-se a um software para dispositivos móveis ou computadores
• は - partícula de tópico que indica que o assunto da frase é "este aplicativo"
• とても - adverb meaning "very"
• 便利 - adjective that means "useful" or "convenient"
• です - verbo "ser" no presente, indicando que "este aplicativo é muito útil"

このアプリの機能はとても便利です。

Kono apuri no kinō wa totemo benri desu

The function of this app is very convenient.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this"
• アプリ - The noun that means "application" is "aplicativo".
• の - particle that indicates possession, equivalent to "of"
• 機能 - noun that means "function"
• は - Particle indicating the topic of the sentence
• とても - adverb meaning "very"
• 便利 - adjective meaning "convenient" or "useful"
• です - verb "to be" in the polite and polite form

このセットはとても便利です。

Kono setto wa totemo benri desu

Este conjunto é muito conveniente.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this"
• セット - substantivo que significa "conjunto"
• は - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
• とても - adverb meaning "very"
• 便利 - adjetivo que significa "útil, conveniente"
• です - verb to be in the present affirmative

このペンはとても便利です。

Kono pen wa totemo benri desu

Esta caneta é muito útil.

Esta caneta é muito conveniente.

• このペン - "este caneta" em japonês
• は - Japanese topic particle
• とても - "muito" em japonês
• 便利 - "útil" em japonês
• です - forma polida de "ser" em japonês

モノレールは便利な交通手段です。

Monorēru wa benri na kōtsū shudan desu

O monotrilho é um meio de transporte conveniente.

• モノレール - Monorail
• は - Topic particle
• 便利 - Conveniente
• な - adjectival suffix
• 交通 - Tráfego
• 手段 - Meio
• です - Forma educada de "ser"

交通機関は便利ですね。

Koutsuu kikan wa benri desu ne

Transport is convenient.

• 交通機関 - public transport
• は - Topic particle
• 便利 - convenient, useful
• です - Verb to be/estar in the present
• ね - particle of confirmation or agreement

便所にはトイレットペーパーが必要です。

Benjo ni wa toiretto peepaa ga hitsuyou desu

Toilet paper is needed for the bathroom.

• 便所 (benjo) - banheiro
• に (ni) - in
• は (wa) - Topic particle
• トイレットペーパー (toiretto peepaa) - toilet paper
• が (ga) - subject particle
• 必要 (hitsuyou) - necessary
• です (desu) - verb ser/estar (polite form)

便宜な価格で提供します。

Beni na kakaku de teikyo shimasu

We offer affordable prices.

We offer at a convenient price.

• 便宜な - adjective meaning "convenient", "favorable", "advantageous".
• 価格 - noun meaning "price".
• で - particle that indicates the means or way in which something is done.
• 提供します - verb meaning "to offer", "to provide", "to make available".

大便をするのは健康に良いです。

Oshikko wo suru no wa kenkou ni yoi desu

Fazer cocô é bom para a saúde.

É bom para sua saúde fazer fezes.

• 大便をする - defecar
• のは - particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
• 健康に - healthily
• 良い - good
• です - Verb to be/estar in the present

無線通信は便利です。

Musen tsūshin wa benri desu

A comunicação sem fio é conveniente.

• 無線通信 - comunicação sem fio
• は - Topic particle
• 便利 - conveniente
• です - Verb "to be" in the present tense