Translation guide
The English word 'achievement' can refer to the act of achieving something, the thing achieved, or the sense of accomplishment. In Japanese, different words and expressions are used depending on the nuance.
A significant thing successfully done, often after effort.
Refers to the attainment of a goal or target. Often used with goals, plans, or numerical targets.
I achieved my goal.
Refers to achievements or results in a professional or business context, such as a company's performance or a person's track record.
Focuses on the tangible results or fruits of effort. Often used for concrete outcomes.
A great achievement or feat, often on a grand scale, like a historic accomplishment.
The feeling of satisfaction from having achieved something.
An achievement in one's personal life or career, often used in contexts like resumes or interviews.
The act of achieving or the process of reaching a goal.
Also used for the act of achieving. Often paired with verbs like する (to achieve).
Achieving the sales target is difficult.
彼の研究業績は素晴らしい。
His research achievements are outstanding.
The company's performance improved.
My efforts paid off (lit. the results of my efforts appeared).
I will report on the results of this project.
The first moon landing is a great achievement.
The feeling of accomplishment. A very common and natural way to express this concept.
I feel a sense of accomplishment after finishing work.
I work hard to get a sense of achievement.
A more casual way to say 'sense of having accomplished something'. Literally 'feeling of having done it through to the end'.
I finally finished the report and feel a sense of accomplishment.
Refers to actual achievements or track record, often used in professional settings to describe past successes.
I highlighted my achievements in the interview.
He has many achievements to his name.
Meritorious achievement or contribution, often recognized by others. Can be used for personal accomplishments but carries a nuance of credit or honor.
His achievements were recognized by the company.
I strive toward the achievement of my goal.
Reaching a certain level or stage, often used for abstract goals like a level of proficiency.
I aim for the achievement of JLPT N1.
research results
sales performance
In video games, 'achievement' is usually called 実績 (jisseki) or アチーブメント (achiibumento), not 達成. 達成 is more for real-life goals.
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