Translation guide
To describe something as covering all possibilities, leaving nothing out. Common in academic, technical, or formal contexts.
Describing a study, list, search, or analysis that covers everything.
Describing something that drains energy or resources completely.
Means to exhaust someone physically or mentally. Used for activities or situations.
In English, 'exhaustive' means thorough, not tiring. However, in Japanese, the concept of thoroughness (網羅的) is distinct from causing fatigue (疲れ果てさせる). Use the appropriate term based on context.
We conducted an exhaustive survey.
Emphasizes thoroughness and intensity, often in actions like searching or investigating. Slightly more about depth than breadth.
An exhaustive search was conducted.
Literally 'without leaving anything out', used in formal or literary contexts to emphasize completeness.
He gave an exhaustive explanation of the topic.
The work was exhaustive.
To deplete energy or resources. Often used in more formal or technical contexts.
Long meetings are exhaustive.