Translation guide
How to express that something is a major success, especially in entertainment, sports, or business.
Describing something that became very popular and successful.
The most direct and common way to say 'big hit' for movies, songs, games, products, etc. Often used as a noun or with する.
That movie was a big hit.
This song seems like it will be a big hit.
Literally 'big win' or 'jackpot'. Used for big successes, especially in entertainment, lotteries, or when something exceeds expectations. Slightly more casual than 大ヒット.
The new game was a big hit.
Means 'great success'. Broader than just entertainment; can be used for events, projects, business ventures.
The concert was a big hit / a great success.
Refers to a 'hit work' (movie, book, etc.). Used as a noun to describe the product itself.
We'll introduce this year's big hits.
Describing a powerful hit in baseball, tennis, boxing, etc.
Means 'powerful hit' or 'hard hit'. Used in baseball, tennis, etc. Can be a noun or used with する.
He hit a big hit to left field.
Loanword from English, used in sports contexts like baseball or boxing for a big hit. Less common than 強打.
The crowd erupted at the big hit.
大ヒット is the standard term for commercial or popular success (movies, music). 大当たり implies a lucky or unexpected big win, like hitting the jackpot. Use 大ヒット for planned successes, 大当たり for surprise hits.