Translation guide
An ancient writing system using wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets, primarily associated with Sumerian, Akkadian, and other Mesopotamian languages.
Referring to the script or system of writing used in ancient Mesopotamia.
The standard Japanese term for cuneiform script. Literally 'wedge-shaped characters'.
楔形文字は古代メソポタミアで使われていた。
Cuneiform was used in ancient Mesopotamia.
Referring to a specific document, tablet, or inscription written in cuneiform.
Means 'cuneiform document' or 'text in cuneiform'. Use this when talking about a specific written record.
彼は楔形文字の文書を解読した。
He deciphered a cuneiform document.
Using 'cuneiform' as an adjective to describe tablets, signs, writing, etc.
Attach 楔形文字の to a noun to mean 'cuneiform [noun]'. This is the most natural way to use it adjectivally.
楔形文字の粘土板が展示されている。
Cuneiform clay tablets are on display.
Sometimes abbreviated in academic contexts, but the full term is preferred for clarity.
この粘土板には楔形文字が刻まれている。
This clay tablet is inscribed with cuneiform.
Specifically refers to a cuneiform inscription on stone or monument.
その遺跡から楔形文字の碑文が見つかった。
A cuneiform inscription was found at the ruins.
Learning cuneiform signs is difficult.