Translation guide
The concept of 'end of life' can refer to the final stage of a person's life, the point of death, or the termination of a product's support. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Referring to the period when someone is near death, often in medical or caregiving contexts.
The most common term for the terminal stage of life, used in medical and caregiving settings.
To be by the side of a terminally ill patient.
Literally 'the end of one's life', a more personal and emotional expression.
How to face the end of one's life.
Refers specifically to the moment of death, often used in literary or formal contexts.
The family gathered at the deathbed.
The exact moment when life ends.
The general word for death, used in many contexts.
His death was sudden.
Often used in the phrase '最期を迎える' (to meet one's end), implying the final moments.
A formal and respectful term for death, often used in obituaries.
When a product is no longer supported or sold, often in technology or business.
Standard term for the end of support for software or hardware.
This software has reached end of support.
Used when a product is discontinued and no longer sold.
The English acronym 'EOL' (End of Life) is commonly used in Japanese tech contexts.
This product has reached EOL.
The English phrase 'end of life' is not directly translated as '命の終わり' in most contexts. Use the specific terms above depending on the situation.
彼は安らかな最期を迎えた。
He met a peaceful end.
I mourn your loss.
This model has been discontinued.