Translation guide
The state of being intensely interested or captivated by something. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through nouns, adjectives, and verbs that convey deep interest, charm, or absorption.
fascination (captivation)
fascination (charm)
Expressing a strong, often irresistible attraction or curiosity toward something.
A noun meaning 'captivation' or 'fascination', often used to describe being spellbound by beauty or charm.
I was fascinated by her singing voice.
A noun meaning 'charm' or 'attraction', often used to describe the quality that fascinates.
This town has a unique fascination.
A phrase meaning 'to become absorbed in' or 'to be crazy about', implying a strong fascination.
He is fascinated by the new game.
A な-adjective or adverb meaning 'very interested' or 'brimming with curiosity', often used to describe a state of fascination.
The children were fascinated by the experiment.
A phrase meaning 'to have one's heart stolen', used for being completely captivated or fascinated.
I was fascinated by the scenery.
Referring to the object or subject that causes fascination.
魅了 (miryou) refers to the act or state of being fascinated, while 魅力 (miryoku) refers to the attractive quality itself. Use 魅了 when describing the effect on someone, and 魅力 when describing the characteristic of the thing.
Space is a fascination for many people.