Translation guide
The English word 'granite' refers to a hard, coarse-grained igneous rock. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 花崗岩 (かこうがん), but in everyday contexts, 御影石 (みかげいし) is often used, especially for building materials or monuments.
The standard geological term for granite. Used in academic, technical, and formal contexts.
この地域の地盤は花崗岩でできている。
The bedrock in this area is made of granite.
Commonly used for granite as a building or monumental stone. Often seen in everyday contexts like countertops, tombstones, and paving.
台所のカウンターは御影石です。
The kitchen counter is granite.
The go-to word for granite in construction, interior design, and everyday conversation about stone materials.
御影石の墓石を建てる。
To erect a granite tombstone.
このビルの外壁は御影石で覆われている。
The exterior walls of this building are clad in granite.
Also used for the material, but sounds more technical. Suitable when emphasizing the geological origin.
花崗岩の石板を輸入する。
To import granite slabs.