Translation guide
The English verb 'commend' has several distinct uses: formally praising someone, entrusting something to someone's care, or recommending someone or something. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
To express formal or official praise for someone's actions or character.
A formal verb meaning to praise or commend, often used in official contexts.
The mayor commended his brave actions.
To commend or honor publicly, often with an award or certificate.
彼女は長年の功績を表彰された。
She was commended for her years of service.
To praise highly, often used in speeches or formal writing.
社長はチームの努力を褒め称えた。
The president commended the team's efforts.
To formally give someone or something into another's care or protection.
To entrust or commend something to someone, implying reliance on their judgment or care.
私はこの件をあなたに委ねます。
I commend this matter to you.
To entrust or commit something to someone, often with a sense of duty.
To suggest someone or something as worthy of attention or use.
To recommend or commend someone for a position or task.
私は彼をその仕事に推薦します。
I commend him for the job.
To recommend or suggest something, often in a less formal context.
この本を強く勧めます。
I highly commend this book.
彼は遺言を弁護士に託した。
He commended his will to the lawyer.