Translation guide
The English verb "appraise" means to assess the value, quality, or nature of something. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 評価する (hyōka suru), but other words like 査定する (satei suru) and 鑑定する (kantei suru) are used in specific contexts such as financial appraisal or expert authentication. This guide covers the main ways to express "appraise" naturally in Japanese.
To evaluate or judge the worth, quality, or performance of something, such as work, art, or a situation.
My boss appraised my work.
It's difficult to appraise the value of this painting.
Means "to judge" or "to decide based on evaluation." Often used when appraising a situation or making a decision after assessment.
Please appraise the situation correctly.
Implies a thorough appraisal to ascertain the true nature or value, often after careful observation.
We need to appraise his abilities.
To officially assess the monetary value of an asset, such as real estate, jewelry, or a company.
Used for formal appraisal of financial value, such as by an appraiser or for insurance/tax purposes. Common in real estate and asset valuation.
I had the house appraised.
I requested an appraisal of the jewelry.
Often used for expert appraisal of art, antiques, or authenticity. Implies specialized knowledge.
Literally "to estimate the price." More casual and often used when guessing the value, not necessarily official.
He appraised the car (estimated its value).
To formally evaluate an employee's job performance, often in a corporate setting.
評価する is the general term for evaluation or appraisal of quality, performance, or abstract value. 査定する is specifically for determining a monetary amount, often by an official appraiser. 鑑定する is used for expert judgment of authenticity, artistic value, or specialized items like antiques.
In everyday conversation, English speakers might say 'appraise the situation' but in Japanese, 状況を評価する can sound stiff. More natural alternatives are 状況を判断する (judge the situation) or 様子を見る (see how things go).
I'll have an expert appraise the painting.
The boss is appraising the subordinates' performance.