Translation guide
The February Revolution refers to the first phase of the Russian Revolution in 1917 (March in the Gregorian calendar). In Japanese, it is typically called 二月革命 (Nigatsu Kakumei), but historical context often requires clarification.
Referring to the historical event that overthrew the Tsar in February 1917 (March 1917 in the Gregorian calendar).
Standard Japanese term for the February Revolution. Note that the Russian February corresponds to March in the Gregorian calendar, so some Japanese sources may use 三月革命 (March Revolution) instead.
ロシアの二月革命は1917年に起こった。
The Russian February Revolution occurred in 1917.
Explicitly adds 'Russia' to avoid ambiguity with other February revolutions (e.g., French February Revolution of 1848).
ロシア二月革命は第一次世界大戦中に起きた。
The Russian February Revolution occurred during World War I.
The February Revolution took place in February according to the Julian calendar used in Russia at the time, but in March according to the Gregorian calendar. In Japanese, 二月革命 is standard, but you may encounter 三月革命 in some contexts. When in doubt, use 二月革命 and clarify if necessary.
Used in some historical contexts to align with the Gregorian calendar. Less common than 二月革命 but may appear in academic texts.
三月革命によってロマノフ王朝が崩壊した。
The March Revolution led to the collapse of the Romanov dynasty.