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How to say "Realization" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "realization", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
実現
じつげん (jitsugen)
N3 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
益出し
えきだし (ekidashi)
C2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "realization" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 実現 and 益出し.
In Japanese, 実現 (じつげん (jitsugen)) is typically associated with "realization; implementation; materialization" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to making dreams, plans, or ideals a reality. Can be used with する as a verb.
On the other hand, 益出し (えきだし (ekidashi)) maps to "Realization of Latent Profits" (Syllabus Level: C2) and represents Essential structural term in CEFR C2 vocabulary syllabus.. A literal translation of "realization" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "実現"
長年の夢だったマイホームの購入がついに実現しました。
The purchase of my own home, which was a dream of many years, finally materialized.
Bilingual Context for "益出し"
私は益出しに興味があります。
I am interested in Realization of Latent Profits.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "長年の夢だったマイホームの購入がついに ＿＿＿ しました。" (Meaning: "The purchase of my own home, which was a dream of many years, finally materialized.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "実現" fits here because it means "realization; implementation; materialization" in the context of: "The purchase of my own home, which was a dream of many years, finally materialized.". "益出し" represents "Realization of Latent Profits".