Translation guide
A symbol (✓, ✔, ☑, etc.) used to indicate correctness, completion, or selection. In Japanese, this is commonly referred to as チェックマーク, but other terms and symbols are used depending on context.
Referring to the check mark symbol itself, regardless of use.
The most common and direct loanword for 'check mark'. Widely understood.
Please put a check mark next to the correct answer.
Short for チェックマーク. Often used in compounds like チェックを入れる (to put a check).
Please put a check next to the items on the list.
Specifically refers to the check mark used in Japanese vertical writing to indicate 'correct' or 'done', often shaped like a 'レ' (katakana re).
Check marks are used in old documents.
The action of putting a check mark on something.
Standard phrase meaning 'to put a check mark'. 付ける can be written as つける.
Please put a check mark on the items you've confirmed.
Another common phrase, literally 'to insert a check'. Interchangeable with チェックを付ける.
Please check the applicable items.
Literally 'to strike a レ mark'. Used in traditional contexts or vertical writing.
To put a check mark on an answer sheet.
A square box that can be checked or unchecked, often in forms or digital interfaces.
Standard term for a check box in software and web forms.
If you agree to the terms of service, please check the check box.
Using a check mark to mean 'correct' or 'OK', often in contrast to a cross mark (✗).
In Japan, a circle (○) is often used to mean 'correct' or 'good', while a check mark (✓) may be used to mean 'incorrect' in some contexts. Be aware of this cultural difference.
In Japanese tests, ○ means correct and ✗ or ✓ may mean incorrect. Do not assume ✓ always means correct.
Please circle the correct answers.
When marking answers in a Japanese educational setting, use a circle (丸) instead of a check mark to indicate correctness.
When grading a test, circle the correct answers.
In Japan, a check mark (✓) is sometimes used to indicate an incorrect answer, especially in educational settings. The circle (○) is the standard symbol for 'correct'. When designing materials for a Japanese audience, consider using ○ instead of ✓ for positive confirmation.
In Japanese schools, a circle is used for correct answers and a check mark for incorrect ones.