Translation guide
The English word "blast" has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common uses for learners: an explosion, a strong gust of wind, a loud sound, and informal expressions like "having a blast."
To refer to an explosion or the shockwave from an explosion.
The most general and common word for an explosion. Can be used for both literal and figurative explosions.
ガス爆発で建物が崩れた。
The building collapsed due to a gas blast.
Refers to blowing something up, often with a deliberate action or demolition. Can also mean blasting in mining or construction.
Specifically the blast wind or shockwave from an explosion, not the explosion itself.
To describe a sudden, strong rush of wind or air.
To refer to a sudden, loud noise, like a horn or whistle.
To express that you are having a lot of fun or a great experience.
The most straightforward and natural way to say you're having a blast. Literally "very fun."
パーティーはとても楽しかった。
I had a blast at the party.
To strongly criticize someone or something, often publicly.
To harshly criticize or blast someone/something. Often used for reviews or public statements.
その映画は批評家に酷評された。
The movie was blasted by critics.
To fire a weapon or attack with great force, often in a sci-fi or military context.
General verb for shooting a gun or weapon. Can be used for blasting with firearms.
The English idiom "have a blast" does not translate directly into Japanese. Using 爆発 (explosion) would be confusing. Instead, use phrases like とても楽しい or 最高に楽しい to express having a great time.
爆発 (bakuhatsu) is a general explosion, often accidental. 爆破 (bakuha) implies a deliberate act of blowing something up, like demolition or a bomb attack.
パーティーはとても楽しかった。
I had a blast at the party.
爆風で窓ガラスが割れた。
The blast shattered the windows.
冷たい突風が吹いてきた。
A blast of cold air hit me.
The building was blasted (demolished).
爆風で窓ガラスが割れた。
The windows shattered from the blast.
A sudden gust of wind. Commonly used in weather reports and everyday conversation.
突風で帽子が飛ばされた。
A blast of wind blew my hat off.
Strong wind in general, not necessarily sudden. Often used in weather forecasts.
強風のため電車が遅れた。
The trains were delayed due to strong winds.
Describes a violent, blasting wind that rages. More literary or dramatic.
風が吹き荒れて、外に出られなかった。
The wind was blasting so hard we couldn't go outside.
A roaring or booming sound, like an explosion or a loud blast. Often used for engines, explosions, or loud machinery.
ジェット機の轟音が聞こえた。
We heard the blast of a jet engine.
A simple, general phrase meaning "loud sound." Not as specific as "blast," but widely understood.
突然、大きな音がした。
Suddenly, there was a loud blast.
Specifically an explosive sound or the roar of an engine. Often used for motorcycles or music.
バイクの爆音がうるさい。
The blast of the motorcycle is annoying.
Emphasizes that it was the best fun, similar to "an absolute blast."
旅行は最高に楽しかった！
The trip was a blast!
Casual, slangy way to say "super fun." Common among younger speakers.
昨日のライブ、めっちゃ楽しかった！
Yesterday's concert was a blast!
To blame or condemn, often publicly. Slightly less intense than 酷評 but still strong.
彼は記者会見で政府を非難した。
He blasted the government at the press conference.
敵を撃った。
He blasted the enemy.
To blow up or blast something, often with explosives. More destructive than just shooting.
彼らはドアを爆破して入った。
They blasted the door open.