Translation guide
Pentecost is a Christian holiday celebrated 50 days after Easter. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to by its transliterated name or a descriptive term.
Referring to the feast of Pentecost in a Christian context
The most common and direct way to refer to Pentecost in Japanese, used in both Protestant and Catholic contexts.
ペンテコステは復活祭から50日目に祝われます。
Pentecost is celebrated on the 50th day after Easter.
A less common term literally meaning 'Festival of the 50th Day'. Rarely used in modern Japanese.
A more formal or liturgical term meaning 'Feast of the Descent of the Holy Spirit'. Used in some Christian denominations.
聖霊降臨祭はキリスト教の重要な祝日です。
Pentecost is an important Christian holiday.
五旬節はユダヤ教の祭りに由来します。
Pentecost originates from a Jewish festival.