Translation and Meaning of: 有機 - yuuki
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 有機 (yuuki) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: yuuki
Kana: ゆうき
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: organic
Meaning in English: organic
Definition: Derived from living things. A chemical substance or group of substances that originates from living organisms or parts of them.
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Explanation and Etymology - (有機) yuuki
The Japanese expression 「有機」 (yuuki) is composed of two kanji characters. The first, 「有」 (yuu), means "to have" or "to possess," while the second, 「機」 (ki), is generally associated with "machine" or "mechanism." However, when combined, they form the word that is translated as "organic." In fact, the etymology of "organic" in Japanese reflects the concept of something that has a natural or inherent mechanism, aligning with the Western meaning of the term as something derived from or related to living organisms.
Interestingly, 「有機」 is widely used in various contexts in Japan, particularly in agriculture and chemistry. In agriculture, for example, 「有機農業」 (yuuki nougyou) refers to "organic agriculture," a cultivation method that emphasizes soil conservation and biodiversity, avoiding the use of synthetic chemical products. In chemistry, 「有機化合物」 (yuuki kagoubutsu) means "organic compounds," highlighting the importance of compounds that contain carbon in their molecular structure.
The origin of the use of 「有機」 in Japan can be traced back to influences from Western scientific terminologies that were introduced during the Meiji period, an era of rapid westernization and technological development in Japan. During this time, many technical terms in sciences were imported and adapted to Japanese, and 「有機」 became part of the scientific vocabulary to describe substances and practices related to natural and biological processes.
Variations and Contemporary Use
- "有機食品" (yuuki shokuhin) - Organic food
- "有機栽培" (yuuki saibai) - Organic cultivation
- "有機溶媒" (yuuki youbai) - Organic solvents
Today, awareness of organic products is growing on a global scale, and Japan is no exception. More people are making more conscious food choices, opting for 「有機」 options due to the perceived benefits for health and the environment. This term has become a symbol of quality and ecological responsibility, reflecting a broader movement towards sustainability.
Synonyms and similar words
- 有機化合物 (Yūki kahōbutsu) - Organic compounds
- 有機物 (Yūki butsu) - Organic matter refers to substances that contain carbon.
- 有機体 (Yūki tai) - Organisms, living beings composed of organic matter
- 有機性 (Yūki sei) - Organic characteristics, the quality of being organic
- 有機農業 (Yūki nōgyō) - Organic farming, the practice of cultivating without synthetic chemical products.
- 有機質 (Yūki shitsu) - Organic material, components derived from living beings
- 有機肥料 (Yūki hiryo) - Organic fertilizers, natural products used to enrich the soil
- 有機溶剤 (Yūki yōzai) - Organic solutions, solvents based on organic compounds
- 有機反応 (Yūki hannō) - Organic reactions, chemical processes involving organic compounds
- 有機化学 (Yūki kagaku) - Organic chemistry, the study of carbon-based compounds
- 有機分子 (Yūki bunshi) - Organic molecules, structures formed by carbon atoms and other elements
- 有機合成 (Yūki gōsei) - Organic synthesis, production of organic compounds in the laboratory
- 有機化学物質 (Yūki kagaku busshitsu) - Organic chemical substances, matter that results from the study of organic chemistry.
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Words with the same pronunciation: ゆうき yuuki
How to Write in Japanese - (有機) yuuki
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Example Sentences - (有機) yuuki
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