Translation guide
The philosophy of Stoicism, emphasizing self-control, resilience, and acceptance of what is beyond one's control. This guide helps learners express the concept naturally in Japanese, covering the philosophical school, the modern mindset, and related traits.
Referring to the formal philosophy of Stoicism as founded by Zeno, practiced by Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, etc.
The standard term for the philosophical school. 'ストア' comes from the Stoa Poikile where Zeno taught.
He is studying Stoicism.
A direct loanword from English, used in academic or modern contexts. Less common than ストア哲学 for the ancient school.
Stoicism was born in ancient Greece.
Describing a person's attitude of facing hardship without complaint, staying calm under pressure, or not showing emotions.
A na-adjective meaning 'stoic' in the sense of enduring pain or hardship without showing emotion. Very common in modern Japanese.
He is a very stoic person.
Literally 'not showing emotions'. A natural way to describe stoic behavior without using loanwords.
A yojijukugo meaning 'calm and composed'. Often used to describe someone who remains unruffled in a crisis.
A yojijukugo meaning 'having presence of mind; imperturbable'. Very formal and literary.
Focusing on the aspect of self-discipline, grit, or asceticism often associated with Stoicism.
Literally 'asceticism' or 'abstinence principle'. Can be used for a stoic lifestyle that avoids pleasure, but may carry a nuance of religious or moral abstinence.
He leads an ascetic/stoic lifestyle.
Means 'self-denial' or 'self-control'. Often used in contexts of athletic or moral discipline.
ストア哲学 is the standard term for the ancient Greek philosophy. ストイシズム is a direct loanword from English and is sometimes used in modern self-help contexts, but it's less common and may sound like a buzzword.
I took a lecture on Stoicism at university.
In English, 'stoic' often just means 'unemotional'. In Japanese, ストイック can carry that meaning, but it also strongly implies self-discipline and endurance. For simply not showing emotions, 感情を表に出さない is safer.
She continued practicing stoically.
He never shows his emotions, no matter what.
I was impressed by his calm and composed attitude.
He faced the difficulties with complete composure.
He trains with a spirit of self-discipline.