Meaning and Usage
"コピーする" means "to copy" or "to make a duplicate." It is commonly used in everyday situations involving copying files, documents, or information.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "コピーする" when talking about computers (copying files), office work (copying documents), or sharing information.
Collocations and Patterns
- コピーする ファイル (copy a file): used when dealing with digital data.
- 書類をコピーする (copy documents): common in office or administrative contexts.
- コピーしておく (make a copy in advance): implies preparation or backup.
Register and Politeness
"コピーする" is neutral and can be used in casual and formal contexts. Adding polite forms like "コピーしてください" makes it more formal.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "コピーする" with "写す" (うつす), which also means "to copy" but often refers to copying by hand or photographing. Use "コピーする" for mechanical or digital copying.