Translation guide
Expresses that two or more things are the same in value, amount, status, or quality. Japanese uses different words depending on what is being compared: numbers, people, objects, or abstract qualities.
To say that two numbers, amounts, or values are the same.
The most direct equivalent for mathematical or numerical equality. Often used in formal or written contexts.
A and B are equal.
These two values are equal.
Very common and versatile. Can be used for equality in value, amount, or identity. More casual than 等しい.
These two amounts are equal.
A and B are equal in length.
Pattern meaning 'equal to ~'. Used with nouns or numbers.
The result is equal to zero.
To express that people or groups have the same rights, opportunities, or treatment.
To say that two things or people are on the same level in terms of skill, quality, or intensity.
To state that one side of an equation is equal to the other.
Standard pattern for mathematical equations.
x + y is equal to 10.
Loanword from English 'equal'. Used in casual or spoken math contexts.
This equation is 5 equals 5.
等しい is more formal and often used for abstract or numerical equality. 同じ is more common in everyday speech and can also mean 'the same' in identity. For 'equal in value', both can be used, but 同じ is more natural in casual conversation.
These two are the same price (equal in price).
The prices of these two are equal. (more formal)
When talking about equality among people (rights, treatment), use 平等 or 対等. 等しい sounds unnatural for social equality.
We are all equal.
Gender equality is important.
彼らは対等な立場で話し合った。
They discussed as equals.
The two teams are equal in strength.