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mechanism in Japanese

mechanism in Japanese is 機構, メカニズム, 仕組み — mechanism means a system of moving parts that performs a function within a machine.

mechanism in Japanese

機構
noun
Pronounced: kikō
(within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
メカニズム
noun
Pronounced: mekanizumu
(within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
仕組み
noun
Pronounced: shikumi
(within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
絡繰り
noun
Pronounced: karakuri
(within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
仕組み
noun
Pronounced: shikumi
A mental, physical, or chemical process.
機構
noun
Pronounced: kikō
A mental, physical, or chemical process.
絡繰り
noun
Pronounced: karakuri
A mental, physical, or chemical process.

What does "mechanism" mean?

  1. noun A system of moving parts that performs a function within a machine.
    "The locking mechanism on the door was jammed."
  2. noun A process or system by which something happens or is achieved.
    "The report proposed a new mechanism for resolving disputes."
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mechanism in a sentence

  • The locking mechanism on the door was jammed.
  • The clock's tiny mechanism of gears and springs fascinated the boy.
  • The report proposed a new mechanism for resolving disputes.
  • Sweating is the body's natural mechanism for cooling down.

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What is "mechanism" in Japanese?
"mechanism" in Japanese is 機構, メカニズム, 仕組み. mechanism means: A system of moving parts that performs a function within a machine.
How do you pronounce 機構?
"mechanism" in Japanese is 機構, pronounced "kikō".
How do you use "mechanism" in a sentence?
Example: "The locking mechanism on the door was jammed." In Japanese, "mechanism" is 機構, メカニズム, 仕組み.
Are there other ways to say "mechanism" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 4 translations listed for "mechanism": 機構, メカニズム, 仕組み, 絡繰り.
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