Translation guide
Describes something that is the largest or standard version, not a smaller variant. In Japanese, this is often expressed with フルサイズ (furusize) for technical contexts like cameras, or with phrases like 等身大 (toushindai) for life-size, and 実物大 (jitsubutsudai) for actual size. For general 'full-size' items, 通常サイズ (tsuujou saizu) or 標準サイズ (hyoujun saizu) are common.
To refer to an item that is the full, standard, or largest available size, as opposed to a smaller or travel version.
A loanword from English, commonly used in technical contexts like cameras (full-frame sensors), or for items like keyboards, beds, etc. It directly conveys 'full size'.
このカメラはフルサイズセンサーを搭載しています。
This camera has a full-size sensor.
フルサイズのキーボードが欲しいです。
I want a full-size keyboard.
Means 'regular size' or 'normal size', often used in contrast to 'small' or 'mini'. Suitable for everyday items like drinks, portions, or products.
通常サイズのコーラをください。
A regular-size cola, please.
Means 'standard size', implying an industry or common standard. Used for things like paper, clothing, or equipment.
標準サイズの封筒を買いました。
I bought standard-size envelopes.
To describe something that is the same size as the real object or person, often used for models, statues, or replicas.
Literally 'life-size', used for figures, statues, or cutouts that are the same size as a real person.
等身大のフィギュアが展示されています。
A life-size figure is on display.
Means 'actual size' or 'full-scale', used for models, blueprints, or representations that match the real object's dimensions.
Specifically for vehicles like cars or trucks that are the larger version, not compact.
Used as a prefix for vehicles, e.g., フルサイズSUV (full-size SUV), フルサイズトラック (full-size truck).
フルサイズのトラックは駐車が大変です。
A full-size truck is hard to park.
Means 'large-size' or 'large', commonly used for vehicles, appliances, etc. Not exactly 'full size' but conveys the idea of the larger variant.
While フルサイズ is widely understood, it is mainly used in specific contexts like cameras, keyboards, and vehicles. For everyday items like drinks or clothing, 通常サイズ or 標準サイズ is more natural.
このTシャツの通常サイズはMです。
The regular size for this T-shirt is M.
これは実物大の模型です。
This is a full-scale model.
大型SUVが人気です。
Large SUVs are popular.