Translation guide
The English word "aforementioned" is formal and mainly used in legal or written contexts. In Japanese, the concept is expressed through specific nouns, prefixes, or by simply using "that/this" in context. Direct translation is often unnatural in casual speech.
To formally refer back to a person, thing, or matter already mentioned, typically in documents, articles, or formal speech.
A noun meaning 'the aforementioned' or 'previously mentioned'. Commonly used in formal writing and speeches. Can be used as a prefix (前述の + noun).
As aforementioned, the plan has been postponed.
For the aforementioned reasons, the application is denied.
Means 'the above-mentioned' or 'aforementioned' (literally 'above noted'). Used in documents, forms, and emails to refer to something written earlier on the same page or in the same text.
There is no change to the aforementioned address.
Similar to 前述, but more often used in legal or very formal documents. Less common in everyday business writing.
Must satisfy the aforementioned conditions.
To refer back to a person, thing, or topic that was just brought up in conversation or informal writing, without sounding overly formal.
In natural Japanese, 'aforementioned' is often simply expressed by 'その (that) + noun' when the referent is clear from context. This is the most common and neutral way.
Let's discuss the aforementioned issue later.
Have you read the aforementioned book yet?
If the speaker themselves just mentioned something, 'この (this) + noun' can be used, similar to 'this aforementioned...'.
This aforementioned method is the most effective.
To formally refer back to a person already introduced, often in legal or business contexts.
Words like 前述, 上記, and 前記 are primarily written and formal. Using them in casual speech can sound stiff or unnatural. In most everyday situations, simply use その or この to refer back to something already mentioned.
I made a reservation at the restaurant I mentioned earlier.
Japanese relies heavily on context. If the topic is already clear, you may not need any explicit reference. Simply continuing the conversation without a specific word for 'aforementioned' is often the most natural approach.
A formal term meaning 'the relevant person' or 'the person in question'. Used in official documents or news reports.
The identity of the aforementioned person has not been confirmed.