Translation guide
A bevel is an angled edge or surface that is not perpendicular to the main faces of an object. In Japanese, the translation depends on whether you are talking about a physical edge, a cut, a tool setting, or a technical term in fields like carpentry, welding, or optics.
Describing an edge that is cut at an angle other than 90 degrees, commonly found in woodworking, metalworking, glass, or mirrors.
The most common term for a beveled edge, especially in woodworking and metalworking. It refers to the process or result of chamfering an edge.
Please bevel the corners of this board.
Literally 'oblique angle', used to describe a beveled edge or surface in technical contexts.
The beveled edge gives a beautiful design.
Loanword from English, used in technical fields like optics, welding, and engineering.
Please adjust the bevel angle.
The act of cutting or shaping an edge to form a bevel, often with a saw or tool.
A type of gear where the teeth are cut on a conical surface, used to transmit power between intersecting shafts.
The angled edge preparation on a workpiece before welding to ensure proper penetration.
A slanted edge effect applied to text or shapes in graphic design.
面取り is the most common and versatile term for a beveled edge in physical objects. 斜角 is more technical and emphasizes the angle itself. ベベル is a loanword used in specific technical fields like optics, welding, and design software. For everyday woodworking or DIY, 面取り is the safest choice.
You can use 面取りする to mean 'to bevel' or 'to chamfer'. It's a very natural way to describe the action.
Please bevel this edge.
Using a bevel effect gives a three-dimensional look.