Translation guide
The English word "detachment" covers several distinct meanings, from physical separation to emotional distance. This guide breaks them down into practical Japanese expressions.
Expressing a state of being emotionally uninvolved, objective, or aloof.
Means calm, composed, cool-headed. Often used for maintaining objectivity in difficult situations.
He is always detached/calm.
Please judge the situation with detachment.
Means objective, impartial. Emphasizes seeing things as they are without personal feelings.
Looking at it with detachment, that's a mistake.
Means indifference, apathy. Stronger than 冷静, implies a lack of interest or concern.
Can sound negative if you mean healthy objectivity.
He is detached from politics.
Literally 'not putting in emotions'. Used when advising someone to stay detached.
Please report just the facts with detachment.
The act of separating or removing something from something else.
Refers to detaching parts, components, or attachments. Common in mechanical contexts.
Detachment of the parts is easy.
Separation, detachment. Used in scientific, technical, or abstract contexts.
Detachment, peeling off. Often used in medical contexts (e.g., retinal detachment) or for paint peeling.
A group of soldiers sent on a separate mission.
Letting go of attachments, non-attachment (e.g., in Buddhism).
There is no single Japanese word that covers all meanings of 'detachment'. Always choose based on the specific context: emotional distance, physical removal, military unit, etc.
He is emotionally detached.
To separate components from a mixture (detachment of components).
Retinal detachment requires urgent treatment.
He commanded an infantry detachment.