Translation guide
A person or company that runs a business. In Japanese, the term depends on the type of business, legal structure, and context.
Referring to any person or entity that operates a business, regardless of size or legal form.
The most common and neutral term for a business operator, used in legal, administrative, and general contexts. Covers both individuals and companies.
This law applies to all business operators.
This is a notice for business operators.
Emphasizes the person who manages or runs the business. Often used for owners or top executives.
He is the operator of a small restaurant.
Refers to a business enterprise or corporation. More formal and often used for larger companies.
There are many small and medium-sized business operators in this area.
Specifically referring to a person who owns and runs their own business, often without incorporation.
Referring to a legally incorporated business entity.
Referring to someone who runs a small retail shop or local business.
事業者 is the broadest term, covering any entity engaged in business. 経営者 focuses on the person managing the business. 企業 refers to the enterprise itself, often implying a certain scale.
There is no single Japanese word that perfectly matches 'business operator' in all contexts. Choose the term based on the specific nuance: legal status, size, or role.
My father is a self-employed business operator, running an electronics shop in town.
この契約は法人として締結します。
This contract is concluded as a corporation.
The operator of that shop is very kind.