Translation guide
The English word 'filing' can refer to the act of submitting documents, the act of organizing documents, or the tool used for smoothing surfaces. This guide covers the most common uses for learners.
To express the act of formally submitting a document, application, or report to an authority.
The most common and general word for submitting something like a report, application, or assignment. Used in school, work, and official contexts.
レポートを提出する。
I will submit the report.
申請書の提出期限は明日です。
The deadline for submitting the application is tomorrow.
Used for official notifications or filings to government offices, such as a change of address or marriage registration.
住所変更の届け出をする。
I will file a change of address.
Specifically for filing a tax return or declaring income. Common during tax season.
確定申告をする。
I will file my tax return.
Used when applying for something, like a visa or permit. Implies a request for approval.
ビザを申請する。
I will apply for a visa.
To express the act of putting papers or files in order, often in a physical or digital filing system.
General word for organizing, tidying up, or sorting. Can be used for both physical papers and digital files.
書類を整理する。
I will organize the documents.
ファイルを整理する。
I will organize the files.
Loanword from English, often used in office contexts for the specific act of putting papers into files or folders.
Refers to binding or inserting papers into a file or binder. More specific than 整理.
To refer to the tool used for shaping or smoothing materials like nails, wood, or metal.
General word for a file (tool). Can be used for nail files, metal files, etc.
爪やすりで爪を整える。
I shape my nails with a nail file.
Specifically a nail file. The word 爪 (nail) + やすり (file).
Sandpaper. Literally 'paper file'. Used for woodworking or DIY.
書類のファイリングをお願いします。
Please file these documents.
I will file the documents in a binder.
爪やすりを買った。
I bought a nail file.
紙やすりで表面を滑らかにする。
Smooth the surface with sandpaper.