How to say "Solution" in Japanese

When translating "solution" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 解決 and 解決策. In Japanese, 解決 (かいけつ (kaiketsu)) is typically associated with "solution, settlement, resolution" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents Often used for problems, issues, or disputes. Can be a noun. On the other hand, 解決策 (かいけつさく (kaiketsusaku)) maps to "solution; key; remedy; measures to solve" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to a specific plan, solution, key, or remedy to solve complex problems, disputes, or system errors. Often used as 解決策を見つける or 解決策を提案する. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Solution! "The ultimate solution to fix your jealousy is a warm embrace, Haruka-san!" ...っ! T-To declare a hug as the solution! B-Baka! Don't solve my emotional problems with physical shortcuts! But... since that remedy is extremely effective, I suppose... I will let you apply it every single day! dummy!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『かいけつさく（解決策）よ！『ハルカ部長が僕に対して拗ねてしまっている時の、世界一効果的な解決策は「黙って後ろからギュッと抱きしめること」だと発見しました！』って…っ！お説教の解決策！バカ！/// そんなズルい心理的ライフハックを開発するんじゃないの！…でも、確かにそれで私の怒りバグが一瞬で解決しちゃうんだから、一生その解決策を実行し続けなさい！』. A literal translation of "solution" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!