Translation guide
The English word 'developments' can refer to new events, changes in a situation, or the process of creating or improving something. This guide helps learners express these ideas naturally in Japanese.
Referring to recent happenings, updates, or unfolding events, often in news or ongoing stories.
Commonly used for movements or developments in a situation, especially in news or business contexts.
What do you think about the recent political developments?
Refers to the unfolding or progression of events, often used in narratives or reports.
There have been new developments in the case.
Implies progress or advancement in a situation, often positive.
There have been developments in the negotiations.
Refers to the passage or progress of events over time, often used in formal or medical contexts.
Please report on subsequent developments.
Referring to the act of developing a product, skill, or area, such as research and development.
Used for development of technology, products, or land.
We succeeded in the development of a new product.
Refers to growth or expansion, often of a country, organization, or field.
Means progress or advancement, often in science or technology.
Referring to new buildings or areas being constructed.
動き is a general term for movements or trends. 展開 emphasizes the unfolding of events, often in a story. 進展 implies progress, usually positive. Use 動き for neutral updates, 展開 for narrative developments, and 進展 when highlighting advancement.
The English plural 'developments' is often translated as a singular concept in Japanese. Do not force a plural form; use the appropriate noun based on context.
経済の発展が目覚ましい。
The economic developments are remarkable.
The developments in medicine are wonderful.
The redevelopment plan for the station area was announced.