Translation guide
A chalice is a special cup, often used in religious ceremonies. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 聖杯 (seihai), but other terms exist depending on context.
A cup used in Christian or other religious rituals, often ornate and symbolic.
The standard term for a chalice in Christian contexts, especially the Holy Grail or a communion cup.
The priest raised the chalice.
Loanword from Latin 'calix', used in some Christian denominations or academic contexts.
Wine is poured into the chalice.
A generic term for a sake cup or ceremonial cup, sometimes used poetically for a chalice, but not specific to Christian contexts.
A golden chalice was placed on the altar.
The specific chalice used by Jesus at the Last Supper, sought in Arthurian legend.
Used metaphorically to represent something precious, a vessel of experience, or a symbol of fate.
The English word 'chalice' is often translated as 聖杯, but in non-religious contexts, simply using 杯 (さかずき) or カップ may be more natural. Using 聖杯 for an ordinary fancy cup would sound odd.
聖杯 is the common term for chalice in both religious and legendary contexts. カリス is a technical term used mainly in liturgical or academic writing and may not be understood by all Japanese speakers.
The holy chalice is said to grant eternal life.
He has drunk from the chalice of bitterness many times in life.