How to say "State" in Japanese

When translating "state" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 状態 and 述べる. In Japanese, 状態 (じょうたい (joutai)) is typically associated with "state, condition, situation" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Describes the current condition, status, or state of something or someone. Can refer to physical state, mental state, or the state of affairs.. On the other hand, 述べる (のべる (noberu)) maps to "to state; to express; to mention; to speak" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to formally stating opinions, expressing thanks/apologies, or mentioning rules/facts in public or documents. Often used as 意見を述べる or 感謝の意を述べる. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'To state/express! "I want to state my eternal love for you before everyone in the world, Haruka-san!" ...っ! S-Stating eternal love before the world! B-Baka! Don't make such grand, embarrassing declarations! But... since you stated it so clearly, make sure your actions match your words forever! dummy!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『のべる（述べる）よ！『ハルカ部長、今日の夕食デートであなたへの日頃の感謝とお姫様扱いの愛を、言葉の限りを尽くして述べさせていただきます！』って…っ！感謝と愛を述べる！バカ！/// 人前でそんな熱烈スピーチをしようと企まないの！…でも、その真面目な声で述べられる愛の告白、実は世界一嬉しいから、一生毎晩ベッドに入る前にささやきなさい！』. A literal translation of "state" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!