Translation guide
The English word 'graph' can refer to a visual representation of data (chart) or a mathematical structure of nodes and edges. This guide helps learners choose the right Japanese term based on context.
graph (chart)
graph (mathematics)
Context distinguishes from chart; use グラフ理論 for graph theory.
To refer to a visual representation of numerical data, such as a line graph, bar chart, or pie chart.
The most common and general term for any data chart. Used in everyday and business contexts.
This graph shows the sales trend.
A more formal term for charts and diagrams, often used in reports or academic papers.
Please refer to Chart 1.
Commonly used for financial or stock charts, but also for general charts in some contexts.
Analyze the stock chart.
To refer to a structure in mathematics or computer science consisting of vertices connected by edges.
In mathematics and computer science, 'グラフ' is the standard term for a graph (network of nodes). Context distinguishes it from a data chart.
This graph has five vertices and seven edges.
The field of graph theory. Use this when referring to the academic discipline.
To express the action of creating a graph or chart.
The English word 'graph' sounds similar to 'graft', but they are unrelated. In Japanese, 'graft' (as in surgery or corruption) is 移植 (いしょく) or 汚職 (おしょく).
Graph theory is important in computer science.