Translation guide
The zodiac sign Sagittarius, covering both the constellation and the astrological sign. Japanese uses the borrowed term いて座 or the direct loan サジタリウス.
いて座
Sagittarius (zodiac sign)
Referring to the astrological sign Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21).
The standard Japanese name for the zodiac sign Sagittarius, literally 'the Archer constellation/sign'. Used in both astronomy and astrology.
私はいて座です。
I'm a Sagittarius.
いて座の人は楽観的だと言われています。
Sagittarians are said to be optimistic.
Direct loan from English 'Sagittarius'. Less common than いて座, but understood, especially in contexts like horoscopes or when emphasizing the Western name.
サジタリウスの今週の運勢をチェックした。
I checked this week's horoscope for Sagittarius.
Referring to the constellation Sagittarius in the night sky.
Same as the zodiac sign; the constellation is also called いて座. Context distinguishes astronomy from astrology.
夏の夜空にいて座を見つけるのは簡単です。
It's easy to find the constellation Sagittarius in the summer night sky.
When talking about zodiac signs in Japanese, it's common to say 「〜座です」 (I'm a ~). For Sagittarius, say 「いて座です」. Avoid using サジタリウス in casual conversation unless you're specifically referencing the English name.