Translation guide
The English word 'editing' covers a wide range of activities, from correcting written text to assembling video footage. In Japanese, different words are used depending on what is being edited and the nature of the work.
editing (general)
Correcting, improving, or preparing written material for publication.
General term for editing, including compiling, arranging, and preparing content. Often used for books, magazines, and digital content.
He is in charge of editing the magazine.
This article needs editing.
Proofreading; checking for errors in spelling, grammar, and formatting. More specific than 編集.
I was asked to proofread the manuscript.
Polishing or refining a text, especially literary works. Implies careful revision for style and expression.
I revise the poem over and over.
Cutting, arranging, and processing video or audio recordings.
Making changes to a digital file, such as a text document, spreadsheet, or image.
Referring to the job of an editor.
編集 (へんしゅう) is the broadest term for editing, covering everything from content arrangement to technical production. 校正 (こうせい) is specifically proofreading for errors. 推敲 (すいこう) is literary polishing, often used for creative writing.
I spent the whole day editing the video.
This paragraph needs editing.
I work in video editing.
I'm learning audio editing for podcasts.
誤字を修正してください。
Please correct the typos.