Translation guide
The classical language of India, used in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. In Japanese, it is referred to by specific terms, and the writing system used is also named.
Referring to the language itself
Referring to the writing system used for Sanskrit
Specifically refers to the characters or script used to write Sanskrit, especially in religious contexts like mantras or temple inscriptions.
The most common and neutral term for the Sanskrit language. Used in everyday and academic contexts.
彼はサンスクリットを勉強しています。
He is studying Sanskrit.
This sutra is written in Sanskrit.
お寺で梵字を見ました。
I saw Sanskrit characters at the temple.
A more descriptive term meaning 'Sanskrit script'. Less common than 梵字 but easily understood.
サンスクリット文字はデーヴァナーガリーとも呼ばれます。
Sanskrit script is also called Devanagari.