Translation guide
The English word 'graphics' covers a wide range of visual representations, from computer-generated images to diagrams and illustrations. This guide helps you choose the right Japanese term based on context.
graphic design
chart/graph
Referring to images created or displayed on a computer, including video game graphics, CGI, and digital art.
The most common loanword for computer graphics, often used in gaming and digital media contexts. Can be used as a noun or in compounds like 3Dグラフィック.
The graphics in this game are very beautiful.
Abbreviation for 'computer graphics', widely used in film, animation, and design. Often pronounced シージー.
This movie makes heavy use of CG.
The full term, more formal and technical. Used in academic or professional settings.
I research computer graphics.
Referring to graphic design, illustrations, or visual elements used in print or digital media.
The standard term for graphic design as a field or practice.
She is studying graphic design.
Refers to illustrations, plates, or figures in books or documents. More formal and often used in publishing.
Short for イラストレーション, commonly used for illustrations, especially hand-drawn or stylized ones.
Referring to graphical representations of data, such as charts, graphs, and diagrams.
The general term for graphs and charts. Use for bar charts, line graphs, etc.
This graph shows the sales trend.
A broad term for diagrams, figures, or illustrations. Often used in academic or technical contexts.
Loanword for 'diagram', used for schematic or structural representations.
The English word 'graphics' is very broad. Directly translating it as グラフィックス may not always convey the intended meaning. Choose a more specific term based on context.
This book contains many illustrations.
この記事のイラストを描きました。
I drew the illustrations for this article.
Please refer to Figure 1.
This diagram shows the system structure.