Synonym Nuance VS
How to say "Trial" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "trial", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
試行
しこう (shikou)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
裁判
さいばん (saiban)
B2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "trial" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 試行 and 裁判.
In Japanese, 試行 (しこう (shikou)) is typically associated with "trial, test, experiment, probation" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Refers to the act of trying something out to see how it works or to confirm its effectiveness. Often used in technical or formal contexts, like 'trial run' or 'pilot program'..
On the other hand, 裁判 (さいばん (saiban)) maps to "trial, court case" (Syllabus Level: B2) and represents Essential structural term in CEFR B2 vocabulary syllabus.. A literal translation of "trial" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "試行"
新しいシステムを試行する。
We will try out the new system.
Bilingual Context for "裁判"
私は裁判に興味があります。
I am interested in trial, court case.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "新しいシステムを ＿＿＿ する。" (Meaning: "We will try out the new system.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "試行" fits here because it means "trial, test, experiment, probation" in the context of: "We will try out the new system.". "裁判" represents "trial, court case".