Translation guide
The English word "galley" has two main meanings: a type of ship and a part of a ship or aircraft. This guide covers how to express these in Japanese.
Referring to a long, low ship propelled mainly by oars, used in ancient and medieval times.
The most common and direct translation for a historical galley ship. 'ガレー' is a loanword from English/Portuguese, and '船' means ship.
Ancient galleys were propelled by many rowers.
Often used in historical or fantasy contexts without '船', but can be ambiguous. Clearer with context.
The galley played an active role in naval battles.
Literally 'oar ship'. A more technical or descriptive term, less common in everyday language.
Oar ships were widely used in the ancient Mediterranean.
Referring to the kitchen area on a ship or aircraft.
Standard term for a kitchen on a ship or aircraft. Literally 'cooking room'.
The cook is preparing meals in the ship's galley.
Loanword from English 'galley', commonly used in modern contexts, especially in aviation and maritime industries.
General word for kitchen, can be used for ships but is less specific. Often implies a larger kitchen.
Referring to a proof sheet from a printer, historically called a galley proof.
When talking about historical ships, use ガレー船. For the kitchen area on modern ships or aircraft, 調理室 or ギャレー are appropriate. ギャレー is more common in aviation contexts.
Flight attendants prepare drinks in the galley.
大型客船の厨房では多くの料理人が働いている。
Many chefs work in the galley of a large passenger ship.
Mark corrections on the galley proof.