Translation guide
The exchange of ideas, methods, or influences between different fields, cultures, or groups, leading to innovation or enrichment.
Cross-fertilization between different fields creates innovation.
Simple term for exchange; can be used when the context makes the mutual aspect clear.
Cultural cross-fertilization gave birth to new art.
Fusion or blending, emphasizing the combination of elements from different sources.
The cross-fertilization of science and art made new expressions possible.
Specifically interdisciplinary exchange, used in academic contexts.
Cross-fertilization between disciplines is essential for research progress.
Referring to the fertilization of a plant or animal by another individual, often used metaphorically.
相互交流 explicitly emphasizes mutual exchange, while 交流 can be one-way or mutual. For cross-fertilization, 相互交流 is often clearer.
Mutual exchange is important.
Deepen exchange (could be one-way).
The direct translation 「交差受精」 is not commonly used. Stick to the terms above depending on context.
交雑によって新しい品種が作られた。
A new variety was created through cross-fertilization.