Synonym Nuance VS
How to say "Display" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "display", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
陳列
ちんれつ (chinretsu)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
誇示
こじ (koji)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "display" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 陳列 and 誇示.
In Japanese, 陳列 (ちんれつ (chinretsu)) is typically associated with "display, exhibition, showcase" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Refers to the act of arranging items.
On the other hand, 誇示 (こじ (koji)) maps to "display, show off, flaunt" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Often implies showing off something. A literal translation of "display" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "陳列"
デパートのショーウィンドウに新商品が陳列されている。
New products are displayed in the department store's show window.
Bilingual Context for "誇示"
彼は自分の知識を誇示したがる傾向がある。
He tends to flaunt his knowledge.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "デパートのショーウィンドウに新商品が ＿＿＿ されている。" (Meaning: "New products are displayed in the department store's show window.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "陳列" fits here because it means "display, exhibition, showcase" in the context of: "New products are displayed in the department store's show window.". "誇示" represents "display, show off, flaunt".