Translation guide
Blinders are physical eye shields for horses or a metaphor for narrow-mindedness. This guide covers both literal and figurative uses.
The physical flaps on a horse's bridle that restrict side vision.
A metaphor for being unable or unwilling to see the bigger picture or other perspectives.
Literally 'narrow field of vision'. The most natural way to describe someone who has blinders on figuratively.
The English word 'blinders' does not have a direct figurative equivalent in Japanese. Avoid literal translations like 遮眼革をかける for the metaphorical sense; use 視野が狭い instead.
He has blinders on, so he won't listen to other opinions.
Describes a state of becoming narrow-minded, often due to stress or focus.
I'm so busy I've got blinders on.
The opposite action: 'broaden one's horizons'. Used when encouraging someone to remove their blinders.
You should take off your blinders.
Proverb: 'a frog in a well'. Describes someone with a very limited perspective, akin to wearing blinders.
He's like a frog in a well, knowing nothing of the world.