Translation guide
The set of metabolic pathways that construct molecules from smaller units, typically requiring energy. In Japanese, this is a technical term used mainly in biology and medicine.
The biological process of building complex molecules from simpler ones, as opposed to catabolism.
The standard term for anabolism in biological contexts. Often used in the compound 同化作用 (assimilation/anabolic process).
Anabolism is a metabolic process that requires energy.
Katakana loanword from English 'anabolism'. Common in scientific literature, especially when contrasting with カタボリズム (catabolism).
A more descriptive term meaning 'synthetic metabolism'. Used in some textbooks but less common than 同化.
In everyday conversation, the concept of anabolism is rarely discussed. If you need to refer to 'building up the body' in a fitness context, use 筋肉の合成 (muscle synthesis) or 体を作る (to build the body) instead of the technical term.
The balance between anabolism and catabolism is important.
Photosynthesis is included in the anabolic processes of plants.
Anabolism produces complex molecules.