Translation guide
To express that speech, writing, or reasoning is logical, consistent, and easy to follow.
Describing that someone's words or reasoning make sense and are well-organized.
Literally 'the line/thread goes through,' meaning the logic is consistent and makes sense. Very common for arguments or explanations.
Describing that something is well-structured and understandable.
Describing that a group or plan is unified and works together logically.
Means 'has unity/cohesion.' Used for teams, plans, or collections of ideas.
This team is coherent.
The English word 'coherent' does not have a single direct Japanese equivalent. Using a dictionary translation like コヒーレント is unnatural outside technical physics contexts. Instead, choose a phrase based on whether you mean logical consistency, clarity, or unity.
His explanation is coherent.
Means 'to be consistent' or 'to add up.' Often used when details or stories don't contradict each other.
His story isn't coherent.
Means 'logical.' Used as a na-adjective to describe coherent reasoning.
His argument is coherent.
Means 'has consistency.' Slightly more formal, often used in writing or speeches.
This paper is coherent.
Literally 'easy to understand.' The most natural way to say speech or writing is clear and coherent.
His presentation was very coherent.
Means 'is well-organized' or 'is put together.' Implies ideas are coherently arranged.
His opinion is coherent.
Means 'has solidarity/bonding strength.' More specific to groups being tightly knit and coherent.
Their coherence as a group is strong.