Translation guide
The scientific study of celestial objects, space, and the universe.
Referring to astronomy as an academic discipline or science.
The standard term for astronomy as a science.
He is majoring in astronomy.
Talking about stargazing or amateur astronomy.
Literally 'celestial observation', used for both amateur and professional observation.
Would you like to go stargazing this weekend?
A casual, somewhat poetic term for stargazing. Less common than 天体観測.
Tonight is a perfect night for stargazing.
Referring to astronomy in an educational context.
Often used in compound words or as a shorter form, e.g., 天文部 (astronomy club).
In high school, I was in the astronomy club.
天文学 is the academic discipline, while 天体観測 refers to the act of observing celestial bodies, which can be done by professionals or amateurs. In English, 'astronomy' can cover both, but in Japanese they are distinct.