Translation guide
How to express 'bounce back' in Japanese, covering physical rebound, recovery from setbacks, and returning to a previous state.
To recover one's health, spirits, or situation after a difficult period.
General term for recovering emotionally, mentally, or financially after a setback. Commonly used for personal recovery.
He quickly bounced back from the heartbreak.
To recover, especially from illness or injury. Also used for economic recovery.
She completely bounced back from her illness.
To improve after a decline, often used for health, weather, or economic conditions.
The economy is bouncing back.
To revive or make a comeback, often used for trends, careers, or energy.
He bounced back from retirement.
To spring back after impact, like a ball.
To go back to an original condition, such as in email or status.
立ち直る emphasizes emotional or psychological recovery, while 回復する is more general and often used for physical health or objective conditions.
This ball bounces back well.