lossy in Japanese

lossy in Japanese is 不可逆, 非可逆 — lossy means in computing, describing an algorithm or format that reduces the amount of information in data when converting or compressing it.

lossy in Japanese

不可逆

adj

Pronounced: fukagyaku

(computing, of an, algorithm, _, for converting or compressing data) Reducing the amount of information in data.

非可逆

adj

(computing, of an, algorithm, _, for converting or compressing data) Reducing the amount of information in data.

What does "lossy" mean?

adjective In computing, describing an algorithm or format that reduces the amount of information in data when converting or compressing it.
"MP3 uses lossy compression, so some audio detail is discarded."
adjective In telecommunications or electricity, describing a channel or line that is subject to loss of signal strength or power.
"A lossy cable weakens the signal over long distances."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

lossy in a sentence

MP3 uses lossy compression, so some audio detail is discarded.
He avoided saving the image in a lossy format to protect its quality.
A lossy cable weakens the signal over long distances.
The old power line was lossy, wasting energy as heat.

Common Japanese translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "lossy" in Japanese?

"lossy" in Japanese is 不可逆, 非可逆. lossy means: In computing, describing an algorithm or format that reduces the amount of information in data when converting or compressing it.

How do you pronounce 不可逆?

"lossy" in Japanese is 不可逆, pronounced "fukagyaku".

How do you use "lossy" in a sentence?

Example: "MP3 uses lossy compression, so some audio detail is discarded." In Japanese, "lossy" is 不可逆, 非可逆.

Are there other ways to say "lossy" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "lossy": 不可逆, 非可逆.

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