Translation guide
The English word "aspiration" has two main meanings: a strong desire or ambition, and the act of breathing in or a speech sound. This guide covers both, with a focus on natural Japanese expressions.
Expressing a personal goal, dream, or strong wish for the future.
Refers to one's aspirations or ambitions, often used in formal contexts like speeches or interviews.
My aspiration is to contribute to society.
A strong, noble aspiration or ambition; often implies a sense of purpose or mission.
He had high aspirations from a young age.
Great ambition or aspiration; often used in inspirational contexts.
I studied abroad with great aspirations.
Literally 'dream', but commonly used to mean aspiration or life goal in casual conversation.
My aspiration is to become a doctor.
Goal or objective; less lofty than 'aspiration' but often used interchangeably in practical contexts.
My aspiration this year is to become able to speak English.
Referring to the act of inhaling, or the puff of air in certain speech sounds.
Medical/technical term for inhalation or breathing in.
An abnormality was observed in the patient's aspiration.
Linguistic term for aspirated sound, e.g., the 'p' in English 'pin'.
Everyday phrase meaning 'the act of breathing in'.
抱負 (ほうふ) is formal and often used in speeches or written statements. 夢 (ゆめ) is casual and emotional, like 'dream'. 目標 (もくひょう) is practical and concrete, like 'goal'. Choose based on context and formality.
The English word 'aspiration' in the sense of ambition does not have a single direct equivalent. Using アスピレーション is not natural. Use the Japanese words above depending on nuance.
英語の /p/ は有気音です。
The English /p/ is an aspirated sound.
In deep breathing, slow aspiration is important.