Translation guide
How to express the act or result of representing something in words or images in Japanese.
To describe a drawing, painting, or image that shows something.
The most common word for depiction in art, literature, or description. Can be used as a noun or verb ().
The depiction of the rural landscape in this painting is wonderful.
A broader term for expression or representation, often used for artistic depiction.
His works are rich in the depiction of emotions.
A more formal or literary term for depiction, often used in art criticism.
This mural skillfully depicts ancient life.
To describe something using words, such as in a novel or report.
Also used for verbal depiction. 描写する means 'to depict/describe'.
The protagonist's emotions are depicted in detail in the novel.
Refers to narration or description, often in a literary context.
A verb meaning 'to draw' or 'to depict', used for both visual and verbal representation.
How something is shown in movies, TV, or other media.
描写 (びょうしゃ) specifically means 'depiction' or 'description', focusing on detailed representation. 表現 (ひょうげん) is broader, meaning 'expression' or 'representation', and can include abstract or emotional content. Use 描写 when emphasizing accuracy or detail, and 表現 when emphasizing creativity or style.
The depiction in this painting is accurate.
His expression (style of depiction) is unique.
この章では事件の経緯が叙述されている。
This chapter depicts the circumstances of the incident.
作者は戦争の悲惨さを生々しく描いた。
The author vividly depicted the horrors of war.
ドラマでの家族の表現がリアルだった。
The depiction of the family in the drama was realistic.