Translation guide
The English word 'fist' refers to a hand with the fingers curled tightly into the palm. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 拳 (こぶし), but the best choice depends on context, such as making a fist, punching, or symbolic gestures.
Referring to the hand when the fingers are curled tightly into the palm, often in preparation for a punch or as a gesture of determination.
The standard word for 'fist' in most contexts. It can be used for making a fist, shaking a fist, or referring to the fist as a body part.
彼は怒って拳を握りしめた。
He clenched his fist in anger.
拳を振り上げる。
To raise one's fist.
Literally 'gripped fist', emphasizing the action of clenching. Often used when describing the physical act of making a fist.
彼は握り拳を作った。
He made a fist.
Using a fist to hit someone or something, as in a punch or blow.
Using 'fist' in expressions like 'fist bump', 'clenched fist' as a symbol of solidarity, or 'rule with an iron fist'.
To do a fist bump. A common gesture among friends.
彼らは拳を突き合わせて挨拶した。
They greeted each other with a fist bump.
A tightly clenched fist, often symbolizing determination or anger.
彼は固く握った拳を掲げた。
He raised a tightly clenched fist.
To rule with an iron fist; to exercise strict control.
彼は会社で鉄拳を振るっている。
He rules the company with an iron fist.
The English word 'fist' specifically means a clenched hand. Do not use 手 (て, hand) when you mean fist. Use 拳 (こぶし) or 握り拳 (にぎりこぶし).
彼は彼らに向かって拳を振った。
He shook his fist at them.
拳を握って。
Make a fist.
鉄拳制裁
Punishment by fist; iron-fist discipline.