経過：elapse

Translate: 吸着装置は、照射開始時点から所定時間経過後に、部材を吸着する。

ChatGPT:

The translation of "吸着装置は、照射開始時点から所定時間経過後に、部材を吸着する。" is:

"The adsorption device adsorbs the component after a specified time has elapsed from the start of irradiation."

あなた:

How about the following:

1. The adsorption device adsorbs the component after the elapse of a specified time from the start of irradiation.

2. The adsorption device adsorbs the component after a specified time from the start of irradiation.

3. The adsorption device adsorbs the component a specified time after the start of irradiation.

ChatGPT:

Here’s an analysis of each option:

1. "The adsorption device adsorbs the component after the elapse of a specified time from the start of irradiation."

   • This is grammatically correct but sounds slightly formal due to the phrase "after the elapse of." While it's clear, "elapse" can feel a bit more awkward in casual or standard technical writing.

2. "The adsorption device adsorbs the component after a specified time from the start of irradiation."

   • This is a clear and concise option. It removes the formal "elapse" and still conveys the meaning effectively. It works well for general or technical writing.

3. "The adsorption device adsorbs the component a specified time after the start of irradiation."

   • This is the most natural and fluid option. It avoids redundant phrasing and flows well. It’s concise and commonly used in both technical and everyday English.

Among the options, Option 3 is the most natural and smooth, followed by Option 2, which is also clear but slightly more formal.

 

＊とは言っても「経過」は訳出したほうが良いかも。