Translation guide
The English word 'firing' can refer to dismissing someone from a job, shooting a weapon, heating pottery/bricks in a kiln, or igniting an engine. This guide covers the most common Japanese expressions for each meaning.
To terminate someone's employment
The standard, formal term for dismissal or firing from a job. Used in business and legal contexts.
He was fired from the company.
Colloquial term for being fired. Literally means 'neck', as in 'getting the axe'. Very common in casual speech.
I was always late and got fired.
Verb phrase meaning 'to fire someone'. Literally 'to make into a neck'. Used in casual and spoken contexts.
The boss fired him.
Formal term for dismissal, often used for public officials or in official documents.
He was dismissed for corruption.
To discharge a firearm or other projectile weapon
The act of firing a gun. Used in news and formal contexts.
The police fired their guns.
Shooting, as in target practice or combat. Can refer to the activity rather than a single shot.
General verb for 'to shoot' or 'to fire'. Used for guns, arrows, etc.
To bake or fire pottery, bricks, etc. in a kiln
To start combustion in an engine cylinder
Conduct firing practice.
He fired a pistol.
Fire plates in a kiln.
Ignite the fuel.