Translation guide
The English word 'dart' can refer to a small pointed missile thrown in games, a sudden quick movement, or a tapered fold sewn in clothing. This guide covers how to express these concepts naturally in Japanese.
Referring to the object thrown at a dartboard.
The most common way to refer to a dart in the context of the game. 'ダーツ' is the game, and '矢' means arrow.
ダーツの矢を投げる。
Throw a dart.
Loanword from English, used in some contexts but less common than 'ダーツの矢'. May be understood by enthusiasts.
ダートを買う。
Buy darts.
Describing a swift, sudden motion, often of a person or animal.
A common phrase meaning 'to move quickly and suddenly'. 'さっと' is an onomatopoeic adverb for swift, smooth movement.
彼はさっと部屋を出て行った。
He darted out of the room.
Means 'to move quickly/nimbly'. More literal than 'さっと', emphasizing speed.
猫が素早く動いてネズミを捕まえた。
The cat darted and caught the mouse.
Means 'to rush/dash forward'. Implies a more forceful, headlong movement, like a charge.
選手がゴールに向かって突進した。
The player darted toward the goal.
Referring to a stitched fold that shapes a garment, like in a skirt or blouse.
The loanword 'ダーツ' is standard in sewing and fashion contexts. It specifically means the stitched fold.
このスカートにはダーツが入っている。
This skirt has darts.
Literally 'sewn dart', used to clarify the sewing context. Less common than plain 'ダーツ'.
縫いダーツを入れて形を整える。
Add darts to shape the garment.