Japanese · Work & Business
メール
meeru
Email / Message
Beginnernoun
Definition
Electronic mail. In Japanese business communication, email (and increasingly messaging apps) are the primary means of business correspondence.
Example
メールを送りましたので確認してください。
I sent an email so please check it.
Etymology
The term 'メール' (meeru) is a loanword from English 'mail,' adapted to fit the Japanese phonetic system. It became commonplace in the late 20th century with the rise of digital communication.
How & Where It’s Used
'メール' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in informal and formal business communication. It is widely recognized throughout Japan without regional variations.