Translation guide
The study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, structures, and other physical remains.
Referring to the scientific study of ancient cultures through material remains.
The standard term for archaeology as an academic discipline. Used in formal and everyday contexts.
He is majoring in archaeology at university.
Referring to a place where archaeological work is being done, or the activity of digging.
Refers to an archaeological site or ruins. Often used when talking about visiting or excavating such places.
This archaeological site dates back to 3000 BC.
Means 'excavation' and can refer to archaeological digs. Often used as a noun or verb (発掘する).
Referring to a person who studies or practices archaeology.
The standard term for an archaeologist.
She is a famous archaeologist.
Referring to objects discovered through archaeology.
In casual English, 'archaeology' might be used loosely to refer to anything old or digging up the past. In Japanese, stick to specific terms like 考古学 for the science, 遺跡 for sites, and 発掘 for the act of digging.
Archaeological research requires patience.
その遺跡の発掘は来年始まる。
The excavation of the site will begin next year.
Specifically means 'excavation site' or 'dig site'.
An ancient pot was found at the excavation site.
This artifact is from the Jomon period.