Translation guide
The English word 'blasting' can refer to the use of explosives, a loud noise, or a strong current of air. This guide covers how to express these concepts naturally in Japanese.
To describe the act of using explosives to break rock, demolish structures, etc.
The most common term for blasting with explosives, especially in construction and mining.
トンネル工事で発破が行われた。
Blasting was carried out during the tunnel construction.
Literally 'explosion work', used for blasting operations in a more formal or technical context.
ビルの解体に爆破作業が使われた。
Blasting was used to demolish the building.
A compound of 発破 and 作業 (work), emphasizing the process of blasting.
発破作業中は立ち入り禁止です。
No entry during blasting operations.
To describe a very loud, sudden sound, like an explosion or a horn.
Refers to an explosive sound, often used for engines, explosions, or loud music.
爆音が鳴り響いた。
A blasting sound echoed.
A roaring or thunderous sound, often used for natural phenomena or large machines.
Literally 'large volume', used when blasting music or audio at high volume.
To describe a powerful, forceful stream of air or wind.
Specifically the blast of air from an explosion.
爆風で窓ガラスが割れた。
The blasting wind from the explosion shattered the windows.
A sudden gust of wind, not necessarily from an explosion.
Strong wind in general, often used in weather contexts.
ジェット機の轟音がすごかった。
The blasting roar of the jet was incredible.
彼はいつも大音量で音楽を聴いている。
He's always blasting music at high volume.
突風が吹いて帽子が飛ばされた。
A blasting gust of wind blew my hat off.
強風で電車が止まった。
The trains stopped due to blasting winds.