Translation guide
A visual reference showing a range of colors, often with names or codes. In Japanese, the most common term is カラーチャート, but other expressions exist depending on context.
A chart displaying colors for selection or identification, such as in design, painting, or shopping.
The most direct and widely understood term for a color chart, used in design, cosmetics, and everyday contexts.
A reference table that lists color names, hex codes, or other identifiers alongside color swatches.
Specifically a chart showing color codes (like hex or RGB) next to colors, common in web design.
ウェブサイトの配色を決めるためにカラーコード表を参考にした。
I referred to a color code chart to decide the website's color scheme.
このカラーチャートから好きな色を選んでください。
Please choose your favorite color from this color chart.
Literally 'color sample', often used for physical swatches or printed color references, like paint chips or fabric samples.
壁の色を決めるために色見本を取り寄せた。
I ordered color samples to decide on the wall color.
Often used in digital contexts (like graphic design software) to refer to a set of available colors, but can also mean a physical palette.
このアプリのカラーパレットは使いやすい。
The color palette in this app is easy to use.
A technical term for a color chip or swatch, often used in professional color matching systems like Munsell or DIC.
色票を使って正確な色を指定する。
Specify the exact color using color chips.
A list of color names, often with corresponding swatches, used in traditional Japanese color naming or design.
日本の伝統色の色名一覧を見て、美しい名前だと思った。
I looked at a list of traditional Japanese color names and thought they were beautiful.