Translation guide
The English word 'ejaculation' has two distinct meanings: the physiological act of ejecting semen, and a dated or literary term for a sudden exclamation. This guide covers both, with a focus on natural Japanese expressions.
To refer to the act of ejaculating semen, in medical, formal, or everyday contexts.
To refer to a sudden, brief exclamation or interjection, often expressing emotion.
The English word 'ejaculation' in the sense of 'exclamation' is now rare and often sounds archaic or humorous. In Japanese, there is no single equivalent that carries the same nuance. Use context-appropriate words like 叫び声 or 感嘆の声 instead of trying to translate directly.
射精 is the clinical term for ejaculation, suitable for medical or formal discussions. イく is slang for orgasm/ejaculation and is used in very casual, intimate, or vulgar contexts. Do not use イく in polite conversation.
Ejaculation is part of the male reproductive function.
It took him a long time to ejaculate.
A more descriptive phrase meaning 'to release semen'. Less clinical than 射精, used in everyday conversation or sex education.
He finally ejaculated.
Slang term for reaching orgasm/ejaculating, used by both men and women. Very common in casual, intimate contexts.
Avoid in formal or polite settings. Can be considered vulgar.
He already came.
The verb form of 射精. Used in medical or formal descriptions.
Patients may ejaculate during sleep.
A general term for a shout or cry. Can be used for sudden exclamations of pain, surprise, or joy.
He let out an ejaculation of surprise.
Literally 'voice of admiration/wonder'. Used for exclamations of awe or appreciation.
She let out an ejaculation of wonder at the beautiful scenery.
A phrase meaning 'sudden shout'. Emphasizes the abruptness of the exclamation.
A sudden ejaculation broke the silence.
A technical term for vocalization or utterance. Can be used in linguistic or medical contexts for any vocal sound, including ejaculations.
The patient repeated meaningless ejaculations.