Translation guide
This is the name of a specific militant group. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to by its English abbreviation or a direct translation of its full name.
Referring to the militant group known as ISIS or ISIL
The most common way to refer to the group in Japanese media and conversation, using the English acronym.
ISISが犯行声明を出した。
ISIS claimed responsibility.
Literally 'Islamic State', this is a very common Japanese name for the group, often used in news reports.
イスラム国の勢力が拡大している。
The Islamic State's influence is expanding.
A direct translation of the full English name. Used in formal or official contexts, but less common in everyday news.
イラクとレバントのイスラム国は過激派組織である。
The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant is an extremist organization.
The acronym for 'Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant'. Less common than ISIS in Japanese media, but sometimes used.
ISILは国際的な脅威だ。
ISIL is an international threat.