Translation guide
Expressing that someone did well in a task, role, or activity. Japanese uses different words depending on whether you mean a stage performance, a job result, or a sports play.
Praising a play, concert, dance, or similar live show.
Literally 'great acting/performance'. Used for outstanding acting in theater, film, or TV.
彼の名演技に感動した。
I was moved by his great performance.
A direct and natural way to say 'wonderful performance' for concerts, dance, etc.
彼女のダンスは素晴らしいパフォーマンスだった。
Her dance was a wonderful performance.
An enthusiastic, passionate performance. Often used for acting or musical performances.
彼の熱演に観客は拍手を送った。
The audience applauded his passionate performance.
Saying someone performed well in a job, project, or duty.
'Good results/outcomes'. Commonly used in business contexts.
彼はプロジェクトで良い成果を出した。
He produced good results on the project.
'Excellent performance/record'. Often used for sales figures, academic results, or work evaluations.
営業部は今期、優秀な成績を収めた。
The sales department achieved excellent performance this term.
Casual praise meaning 'well done' or 'good job'. Suitable for informal settings.
プレゼン、よくやったね。
You did a good job on the presentation.
Describing a good athletic or competitive performance.
'Good play'. Used in sports commentary and everyday talk about games.
彼の好プレーでチームが勝った。
His good play won the game for the team.
'Active performance/success'. Describes someone playing an active role and doing well.
Talking about how well a device, engine, or software works.
'Performance' in the sense of capability or specs. Used for cars, computers, etc.
この車は性能が良い。
This car has good performance.
Direct loanword 'performance' used for tech products, often in casual or marketing contexts.
このスマホはパフォーマンスが良い。
This smartphone has good performance.
新人選手の活躍が目立った。
The rookie's good performance stood out.