Translation guide
The Paralympics is a major international multi-sport event for athletes with disabilities. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to as パラリンピック, and there are several related terms for the event and its participants.
Referring to the Paralympic Games as a whole, or a specific edition of the Games.
The standard term for the Paralympic Games. Used in all contexts, from casual conversation to official documents.
The Tokyo Paralympics were held in 2021.
A more formal, full name for the Paralympic Games. Often used in official or written contexts.
Referring to a person who competes in the Paralympics.
Referring to the specific sports or events contested at the Paralympics.
General term for Paralympic sports or events.
Referring to the broader Paralympic movement, its values, or its spirit.
Refers to the Paralympic spirit or ideals, such as courage, determination, inspiration, and equality.
In casual conversation, パラリンピック is sometimes shortened to パラ (Para), especially in compound words like パラスポーツ (para-sports). However, パラ alone can be ambiguous, so use the full term in formal contexts.
I'm interested in para-sports.
The Olympics and Paralympics are distinct events. In Japanese, they are often mentioned together as オリンピック・パラリンピック (Olympics and Paralympics). Note that the Paralympics are not a subset of the Olympics.
I bought tickets for the Paralympics.
The Paralympic Games are the pinnacle of disability sports.
The most common term for a Paralympic athlete. Used in media and everyday speech.
She is a famous Paralympian.
Literally 'Paralympic athlete'. A straightforward and widely understood term.
I was moved by the performances of the Paralympic athletes.
Paralympic sports include wheelchair basketball and others.
The Paralympic spirit gives courage to people around the world.
The Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics were held.