Translation guide
The English word 'extras' can refer to additional items, people, or features beyond what is standard or expected. This guide covers how to express these concepts naturally in Japanese, organized by meaning.
余分はありますか？
Do you have any extras?
Referring to extra items, supplies, or things beyond what is needed or included.
A common word for something extra or surplus. Can be used for items, money, time, etc.
余分のコピーを取っておいてください。
Please keep some extra copies.
Refers to spare or reserve items, often for emergencies or backup.
予備の電池を持っていますか？
Do you have spare batteries?
Means 'additional' or 'extra' in the sense of something added on. Often used in formal or business contexts.
追加料金がかかります。
There will be an extra charge.
Referring to additional people, such as extras in a film or surplus members.
Loanword from English, specifically used for film/TV extras or background actors.
彼は映画のエキストラとして働いた。
He worked as an extra in the movie.
Referring to additional features, options, or accessories beyond the basic model.
Loanword for optional extras, especially for cars, electronics, or services.
この車には多くのオプションが付いています。
This car comes with many extras.
Accessories or attachments that come with a product. Often used for physical items.
Referring to additional costs, fees, or money beyond the base amount.
Standard term for extra charges or surcharges.
荷物が重いと追加料金がかかります。
If the luggage is heavy, there will be an extra charge.
A formal term for surplus personnel or redundant staff, used in business contexts.
会社は余剰人員を削減した。
The company cut the extra staff.
カメラの付属品を確認してください。
Please check the camera extras.
A surcharge or premium rate, often for late-night or holiday services.
深夜は割増料金になります。
There is an extra charge late at night.