Translation guide
Quechua refers to the indigenous language family spoken primarily in the Andes, as well as the people and culture. This guide helps you express these concepts naturally in Japanese.
Referring to the Quechua language itself.
Standard term for the Quechua language. Use this in most contexts.
彼はケチュア語を勉強しています。
He is studying Quechua.
Can be used to refer to the language when context is clear, but ケチュア語 is more precise.
ケチュアで話してください。
Please speak in Quechua.
Alternate spelling reflecting regional pronunciation variants. Less common in Japanese.
エクアドルではキチュア語が話されています。
In Ecuador, Kichwa (Quechua) is spoken.
Referring to the ethnic group or people who speak Quechua.
Standard term for Quechua people. Use 人 (じん) for ethnic group.
ケチュア人はアンデス地方に住んでいます。
The Quechua people live in the Andes region.
Emphasizes the ethnic group or nation. Slightly more formal.
ケチュア民族の伝統的な衣装はとても美しいです。
The traditional clothing of the Quechua people is very beautiful.
Describing something as pertaining to Quechua culture, traditions, etc.
Use の to modify nouns, meaning 'of Quechua' or 'Quechuan'. Works for culture, music, food, etc.
ケチュアの音楽はとても独特です。
Quechua music is very unique.
Specifically 'Quechua culture'. Use as a compound noun.
この博物館ではケチュア文化について学べます。
You can learn about Quechua culture at this museum.
ケチュア is the most common Japanese rendering. キチュア is sometimes used for Ecuadorian Kichwa, but ケチュア is widely understood for all varieties.