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How to say "Trend" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "trend", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
動向
どうこう (dōkō)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
趨勢
すうせい (sūsei)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "trend" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 動向 and 趨勢.
In Japanese, 動向 (どうこう (dōkō)) is typically associated with "trend, tendency, movement, development" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Describes the general direction or trend of events, markets, public opinion, or people's behavior. Often used in analysis or reports..
On the other hand, 趨勢 (すうせい (sūsei)) maps to "trend, tendency, current" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents 経済や社会、政治など、大きな流れや方向性を表す際に用いられるフォーマルな言葉です。特定の期間における変化の方向を示すことが多いです。. A literal translation of "trend" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "動向"
最新の市場動向を分析する。
We analyze the latest market trends.
Bilingual Context for "趨勢"
世界経済の長期的な趨勢を分析する。
We analyze the long-term trends of the global economy.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "最新の市場 ＿＿＿ を分析する。" (Meaning: "We analyze the latest market trends.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "動向" fits here because it means "trend, tendency, movement, development" in the context of: "We analyze the latest market trends.". "趨勢" represents "trend, tendency, current".