Translation guide
How to express whether something is possible, doable, or realistic in Japanese, from formal assessments to casual judgments.
Expressing that something can be done or is possible in a neutral sense.
The most direct and common word for 'feasible' or 'possible'. Often used in formal or written contexts, but also in everyday speech. Can be used as a noun or na-adjective.
Is this plan feasible?
We will respond as soon as feasible.
Literally 'realization-possible'. Emphasizes that something can be realized or brought into reality. Common in business and technical contexts.
I think this idea is feasible.
The most common casual way to say something is possible/doable. Use the potential form of verbs or 'ことができる' for more formality.
Is it feasible to finish by tomorrow?
Is this job doable by yourself?
Assessing whether something is workable, realistic, or viable in practice, often considering resources or constraints.
Means 'executable' or 'practically feasible'. Used when discussing whether a plan can be carried out.
Is that proposal feasible?
Loanword from English, used in business/technical contexts like 'feasibility study'. Not common in everyday conversation.
We need to conduct a feasibility study.
Means 'realistic'. Often used to say something is feasible in a practical, down-to-earth sense.
Expressing the degree of possibility or probability that something will happen or succeed.
Literally 'there is a possibility'. Used to say something is feasible/likely. Adjust with adjectives like 高い (high) or 低い (low).
There is a good feasibility of success.
Means 'there is a prospect/hope'. Implies a positive feasibility assessment based on current signs.
This project has a feasible outlook.
Referring to the formal process of evaluating feasibility.
Standard term for 'feasibility study'. Used in business and government contexts.
I will report the results of the feasibility study.
Direct loanword, often used in business English contexts.
First, we'll conduct a feasibility study.
可能 (kanō) is more formal and often used in written or official contexts. できる (dekiru) is the everyday verb for 'can do'. For casual feasibility, use できる or the potential form of verbs. For reports or proposals, 可能 is preferred.
Is this task feasible?
The loanword フィージビリティ is understood in business but sounds like jargon. In most situations, 実現可能性 or simply 可能 is more natural.
That goal is not feasible/realistic.