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How to say "Training" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "training", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
研修
けんしゅう (kenshū)
N3 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
修練
しゅうれん (shūren)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "training" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 研修 and 修練.
In Japanese, 研修 (けんしゅう (kenshū)) is typically associated with "training; study; in-service training" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to training, in-service training, or educational study programs for employees or professionals. Often used as 社員研修.
On the other hand, 修練 (しゅうれん (shūren)) maps to "training, discipline, practice, cultivation (especially of skills or mind)" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents Implies rigorous, continuous practice or discipline to master a skill, art, or improve oneself, often over a long period. More formal and deeper than 練習. A literal translation of "training" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "研修"
入社したばかりの新入社員は、ビジネスマナーの_______を受ける必要があります。
New employees who have just joined the company need to undergo training in business etiquette.
Bilingual Context for "修練"
彼は剣道の修練を積んで、一人前の武道家になった。
He underwent rigorous training in kendo and became a full-fledged martial artist.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "入社したばかりの新入社員は、ビジネスマナーの_______を受ける必要があります。" (Meaning: "New employees who have just joined the company need to undergo training in business etiquette.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "研修" fits here because it means "training; study; in-service training" in the context of: "New employees who have just joined the company need to undergo training in business etiquette.". "修練" represents "training, discipline, practice, cultivation (especially of skills or mind)".