Translation guide
Expresses physical proximity, direct interaction, or intimate connection. Japanese uses different words depending on whether the contact is physical, social, or metaphorical.
Describing people or objects being very near or touching each other.
Describes close physical contact or a close relationship. Often used in formal or written contexts, such as health guidelines.
Please avoid close contact with people.
Means to stick closely or adhere. Used for physical contact, like hugging or objects being stuck together.
The children were sitting in close contact with each other.
General term for physical contact or touching. Can also mean coming into contact with something abstract, like an idea.
Avoid contact with infected individuals.
Specifically refers to close-range contact, often used in medical or epidemiological contexts.
Close-range contact increases the risk of infection.
Describing a bond or regular communication between people.
Refers to an intimate or close relationship, emotionally or socially.
I have a close relationship with him.
A close connection or tie, often used in formal descriptions of relationships between groups or concepts.
The two countries have a close relationship.
Describes staying in close contact through frequent communication.
Close cooperation or coordination, often used in business or organizational contexts.
Referring to contact that can spread illness.
密接 (missetsu) is general 'close contact' (physical or relational). 親密 (shinmitsu) is emotional intimacy. 濃厚接触 (nōkō sesshoku) is specifically epidemiological 'close contact' as defined by health guidelines.
Directly translating 'close contact' as 近い接触 (chikai sesshoku) is unnatural. Use the appropriate compound word or phrase based on context.
I'm in close contact with her (we communicate frequently).
Close coordination between departments is necessary.
Contact infection; transmission through direct or indirect contact.
Wash hands to prevent contact infection.