Translation guide
The English word 'climbing' can refer to the general action of going upward using hands and feet, the sport of rock climbing, or metaphorical rises. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each use.
Describing the physical action of climbing something like a tree, ladder, or stairs.
Referring to the activity of rock climbing, bouldering, or mountaineering.
Describing plants that grow upward by clinging or twining.
Means 'climbing' or 'vining' as an adjective for plants. Often used with 植物 (plant).
Referring to a gradual increase or rise, such as in prices, ranks, or success.
He scrambled up the cliff.
The loanword for 'climbing', commonly used for the sport. Often combined with other words like ロッククライミング (rock climbing) or ボルダリング (bouldering).
I go climbing on weekends.
Specifically 'rock climbing'. Used when distinguishing from other types.
He is good at rock climbing.
Mountaineering or mountain climbing. More formal and often implies hiking up mountains.
Mountain climbing is my hobby.
Climbing plants cover the wall.
A noun meaning 'rise' or 'climb', used for prices, temperatures, or status. Often used with する to make a verb.
Prices are climbing.
A common verb for 'to rise' or 'to go up', used for prices, status, etc.
The temperature is climbing.
Go up the stairs.
The sun rises.