Meaning and Usage
"レコード" in Japanese commonly means "record" and can refer to both a music record (vinyl) and a record as in a documented achievement or data.
Common Contexts
- When talking about music, "レコード" usually means a vinyl record.
- In sports or competitions, "レコード" refers to a record or best performance.
Collocations and Patterns
- 世界レコード (せかいレコード): world record, used in sports or achievements.
- レコードを更新する: to break or update a record.
- レコードを買う: to buy a music record.
Usage Notes
"レコード" is a loanword from English and is used in casual and formal contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with "記録" (きろく), which also means record but is more general and often used for written or data records. "レコード" often implies a physical music record or a notable achievement.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes use "レコード" only for music records and forget it can also mean a record in sports or data. Remember the context to choose the right meaning.