Translation guide
The English adjective 'centripetal' describes motion or force directed toward a center. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through specific technical terms in physics, as well as more general phrases for movement toward a center.
Describing the force or acceleration that pulls an object toward the center of a circular path.
Describing a tendency to move or be drawn toward a central point, often used metaphorically.
The English word 'centripetal' is rare outside of physics. In everyday Japanese, it is usually better to rephrase the idea using phrases like 中心に向かう (moving toward the center) rather than trying to use a direct equivalent.
Centripetal force is the force that pulls an object toward the center of a circle.
The term for 'centripetal acceleration'. Used in physics contexts.
Centripetal acceleration changes the direction of velocity.
An alternative term for centripetal force, sometimes used in physics but less common than 向心力. Can also metaphorically mean 'cohesive power' or 'centralizing force' in social contexts.
An organization with strong centripetal force tends to be cohesive.
In this city, there is a centripetal tendency of the population moving toward the center.
An adjective meaning 'centripetal' in a metaphorical sense, often used in social or economic contexts to describe centralizing forces.
Centripetal economic policies led to the decline of rural areas.
Means 'centralized' or 'centripetal' in political or administrative contexts, emphasizing concentration of power.
That country has a centripetal system of governance.