Translation and Meaning of: 打ち込む - uchikomu
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 打ち込む (uchikomu) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: uchikomu
Kana: うちこむ
Type: verb
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Translation / Meaning: driving in (for example, nailing a pile); dedicate yourself to; shoot at; smash; play in; throw in
Meaning in English: to drive in (e.g. nail stake);to devote oneself to;to shoot into;to smash;to throw into;to cast into
Definition: Entering characters, numbers, etc. using a computer keyboard.
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Explanation and Etymology - (打ち込む) uchikomu
The word 「打ち込む」 (uchikomu) is a Japanese verb that carries several meanings depending on the context in which it is used. The term is composed of two kanji: 「打」 (utsu) which means "to hit" or "to strike," and 「込む」 (komu) which implies "to put inside" or "to insert." Thus, the combination of the two kanji suggests the idea of "hitting inward" or "introducing violently." Besides its literal etymology, this word is widely used in very diverse contexts, from describing physical actions to emotional and mental commitment to an activity.
In everyday Japanese, 「打ち込む」 (uchikomu) can be used to describe various actions, such as:
- Introduce: When something is physically inserted into another object with some force. For example, putting a stake in the ground.
- Dedicate oneselfIn a more figurative context, it means to fully dedicate oneself to a task or activity, putting all of one's effort and energy into it.
- SoftwareIn the field of technology, this term can be used to describe the action of typing or entering data into a system.
The origin of 「打ち込む」 (uchikomu) dates back to its more traditional use in the Japanese language, where samurais used it to refer to the action of striking forcefully during a battle. The metaphor evolved, and today it is applied to contexts where time, effort, and passion are invested in something, in addition to physical actions. This versatility in the language demonstrates the rich dynamics of the Japanese language, showing how words can adapt and gain new meanings over time.
Verbal conjugation of 打ち込む
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 打ち込む (uchikomu)
- 打ち込む - Base form
- 打ち込みます - Present form
- 打ち込んだ - Past form
- 打ち込め - Imperative form
- 打ち込むこと - Nominal form
Synonyms and similar words
- 入力する (nyuryoku suru) - Insert data, introduce information.
- タイプする (taipu suru) - Type, use a typewriter or a keyboard.
- 打ち込みする (uchikomi suru) - Type, enter information using a keyboard, usually with an emphasis on the action.
- キーボードを叩く (kiibōdo o tataku) - Hit the keyboard, referring to the physical act of pressing the keys.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: うちこむ uchikomu
How to Write in Japanese - (打ち込む) uchikomu
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (打ち込む) uchikomu:
Example Sentences - (打ち込む) uchikomu
Below are some example sentences:
Watashi wa puroguramingu ni uchikonde imasu
I'm focused on programming.
I'm in programming.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence, in this case "I"
- プログラミング (puroguramingu) - programação
- に (ni) - particle that indicates action towards something, in this case "dedication to programming"
- 打ち込んでいます (uchikondeimasu) - verb meaning "to be dedicated to" or "to be immersed in", conjugated in the present continuous
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