Translation and Meaning of: 発射 - hasha

Etymology and Definition of 「発射」

The Japanese word 「発射」 (hasha) is composed of two kanji: 「発」 and 「射」. The kanji 「発」 (hatsu or hasu) means "to initiate", "to take off" or "emission". It is often associated with the beginning of a process. The second kanji, 「射」 (sha or iru), refers to the action of "shooting", "launching" or "firing". When combined, these characters form the word 「発射」, which means "launch" or "fire".

Use and Variations

The word 「発射」 is commonly used in the context of rocket launches, projectile firing, and even in more technical contexts related to sending or emitting something. In Japan, the term may appear in news related to space launches, reflecting the idea of something being sent into space. The expression can be widely applied in various fields from military to science and technology.

Contexto Histórico e Cultural

In modern Japan, 「発射」 finds historical parallels in the country's military and archery tradition. Since the samurai era, the idea of launching or firing projectiles has held significant importance, being refined over the centuries with the advent of modern technologies. In contemporary culture, the term is often associated with technological and scientific innovations, especially with the advancement of space exploration. The use of 「発射」 has evolved along with the social and economic needs and interests of the country.

List of Common Scenarios

• Space Exploration: rocket and satellite launches.
• Military Industry: weapon firing.
• Communications: transmission of signals.

The presence of 「発射」 in Japanese vocabulary underscores not only a connection to traditional practices but also a forward-looking perspective, seeking technological advancements that require progress in the concept of launching and emitting.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 放出 (Hōshutsu) - Release or issuance of something; it can be used in contexts such as release of energy or resources.
• 射出 (Shajutsu) - Launch or firing, often used in contexts of projectiles or objects that are thrown with force.
• 発射する (Hassha suru) - Fire or launch; used in contexts such as the launch of a rocket or missiles.
• 射出する (Shajutsu suru) - Launch or fire something; focus on precise actions of projecting something outward, as in weapons or devices.
• 放出する (Hōshutsu suru) - Release or issue something; difference in relation to the use of force, emphasizing more the action of freeing rather than throwing.

発射

Romaji: hasha
Kana: はっしゃ
Type: Noun
L: jlpt-n2

Translation / Meaning: disparar; tiro; descarga; catapulta

Meaning in English: firing;shooting;discharge;catapult

Definition: to release something.

Example Sentences - (発射) hasha

See below some example sentences:

このミサイルは発射されました。

Kono misairu wa hassha sa remashita

This missile was released.

This missile was fired.

• この - this
• ミサイル - míssil
• は - Topic particle
• 発射 - lançamento
• されました - was carried out