Translation guide
A performer of gymnastic feats, often in a circus or entertainment context.
A person who performs acrobatic feats in a circus, show, or entertainment setting.
A person who performs acrobatic movements in gymnastics, dance, or athletic contexts.
Specifically a gymnast, used in sports contexts. Not a direct translation of 'acrobat' but often the closest equivalent for athletic performers.
彼はオリンピックの体操選手です。
He is an Olympic gymnast.
Someone who skillfully navigates complex situations, often used metaphorically.
In Japanese, there is no direct metaphorical equivalent. Instead, describe the skill using phrases like 巧みに立ち回る (skillfully maneuver) or バランス感覚に優れた (having excellent balance).
彼は政治の世界で巧みに立ち回る曲芸師のようなものだ。
He is like an acrobat skillfully navigating the political world.
Traditional term for an acrobat, especially in historical or circus contexts. Conveys a sense of skilled physical performance.
彼はサーカスの軽業師です。
He is a circus acrobat.
Refers to a performer of acrobatic stunts or tricks, often in a variety show or circus. Slightly broader than 軽業師.
曲芸師たちが空中ブランコを披露した。
The acrobats performed on the trapeze.
Loanword from English, commonly used in modern contexts like sports or dance. Can refer to the activity as well as the person.
彼女はプロのアクロバットです。
She is a professional acrobat.
Used for acrobatic gymnastics or sports acrobatics. More specific than 体操選手.
アクロバット選手として国際大会に出場した。
She competed in an international tournament as an acrobatic gymnast.