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I've seen both used fairly often, but I've unsure if there's a difference in
nuance/usage. Is 無線 more like an actual radio and ラジオ more like a car's radio?
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word-choice nuances usage
Difference between ラジオ and 無線?
無線 means "wireless" (lit., "no wire/line"). ラジオ simply means "radio". So in
regards to wireless/radio communication, there is no difference.

> 無線通信 = ラジオ通信

But when referencing "radio" as an actual device or media platform, you cannot
replace ラジオ with 無線. For example:

>   * I bought a new radio yesterday → ○ ラジオ × 無線
>   * I enjoy listening to the radio → ○ ラジオ × 無線
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