Translation guide
The English phrase "fill out" has two main uses: completing a form or document, and gaining weight or becoming fuller in shape. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each.
To write required information in the blank spaces of a form, application, or document.
The most common and neutral way to say 'fill out' a form. Used for writing in blanks on official documents, applications, etc.
Literally 'write in', used for filling in blanks or writing in spaces. Slightly more casual than 記入する.
Means 'to fill' or 'to bury'. Used for filling in blanks or completing a form, often implying filling all spaces.
To become larger, rounder, or more filled out, often referring to a person's body or a plant.
The standard verb for gaining weight. Can be used neutrally or negatively depending on context.
Please fill out the required information on this application form.
空欄に名前を書き込んでください。
Please fill in your name in the blank.
Please fill out all the blanks on this document.
I've filled out a bit recently.
Describes a soft, plump, or nicely rounded shape. Often used positively for cheeks, bread, etc.
The baby's cheeks have filled out.
Literally 'flesh attaches', meaning to gain flesh or fill out. Often used when someone was thin and becomes healthier-looking.
I filled out a little while in the hospital.