Translation guide
The English word "deal" has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common ones for learners: a business transaction or agreement, the act of distributing cards in a game, an amount or degree (as in "a great deal"), and the verb meaning to handle or cope with something.
To refer to a commercial agreement, bargain, or arrangement between parties.
General term for a transaction or business deal. Can be used in formal and informal contexts.
This deal is beneficial for both parties.
Refers specifically to a contract or formal agreement. Often used when the deal involves legal documents.
Please check the details carefully before signing a new deal.
Business negotiation or sales talk. Used when discussing the process of making a deal.
The deal negotiations are going smoothly.
To refer to the act of giving out cards to players.
To express 'a great deal' meaning a lot or much.
Common word for 'a lot' or 'much'. Can be used with nouns or as an adverb.
He has a great deal of money.
Adverb meaning 'considerably' or 'quite'. Often used to modify adjectives or verbs.
Formal or literary adverb meaning 'greatly' or 'very much'. Used in writing or speeches.
To express dealing with a problem, person, or task.
Means to deal with or handle a problem or situation. Often used in formal contexts.
How should I deal with this problem?
Means to handle, treat, or deal with something or someone. Can be used for objects, people, or abstract matters.
To respond to or deal with a situation, often implying taking appropriate measures. Common in business.
Please deal with complaints promptly.
The English word 'deal' covers many meanings that require different Japanese words. Using 取引 for 'deal with a problem' would be incorrect. Always consider the intended meaning first.
deal with this problem (incorrect)
This problem is a great deal more difficult.
その知らせに大いに驚いた。
I was greatly surprised by the news.
彼は難しい顧客をうまく扱っている。
He deals with difficult customers well.