Translation guide
The English word 'academy' refers to various types of educational institutions, from specialized schools to learned societies. In Japanese, the translation depends on the specific type of academy.
A school that provides training in a specific field, such as arts, music, or vocational skills.
Loanword from English, commonly used for private specialized schools, especially in arts, sports, or language.
She attends a dance academy.
Refers to vocational or technical schools. More formal and general than アカデミー.
I studied at a culinary academy.
Cram school or private tutoring academy, often for exam preparation. Not a direct translation but used in contexts like 'academy' for after-school learning.
He goes to an English academy.
An organization of scholars, scientists, or artists dedicated to advancing knowledge.
A secondary school, often private and prestigious, sometimes with a classical or military focus.
Often used in names of private schools, from kindergarten to university. Conveys a sense of a comprehensive educational institution.
He entered a famous academy.
Similar to 学園, often used in school names, especially for private schools with a specific religious or philosophical foundation.
An institution for training officers in the armed forces or police.
The English word 'academy' covers many types of institutions. In Japanese, the appropriate term depends heavily on context. Using アカデミー for all cases may sound unnatural or overly vague.
He is a member of the Academy of Sciences.
ミッション系の学院で学んでいます。
I study at a missionary academy.
Police academy.
I am training at the police academy.