Translation guide
The region of space around a mass where another mass experiences a force of gravitational attraction.
重力場
gravitational field (physics)
The scientific concept of a gravitational field as a region of space where gravity acts.
Standard term for 'gravitational field' in physics contexts. Composed of 重力 (gravity) and 場 (field).
地球の重力場は月の軌道に影響を与える。
Earth's gravitational field influences the Moon's orbit.
一般相対性理論では、重力場は時空の歪みとして記述される。
In general relativity, the gravitational field is described as the curvature of spacetime.
Literally 'attractive force field'. Used in physics, but less common than 重力場. Sometimes used interchangeably.
その惑星の引力場は非常に強い。
The planet's gravitational field is very strong.
Metaphorical use to describe something that exerts a powerful pull or attraction, like a social or economic center.
Literally 'gravitational sphere' or 'gravity zone'. Used metaphorically for a sphere of influence, like a major city's economic pull.
東京の重力圏には多くの人々が引き寄せられる。
Many people are drawn into Tokyo's gravitational field.
A phrase meaning 'to attract like gravity'. Used to describe a compelling force or charisma.
彼のカリスマ性は、まるで引力のように人々を引きつける。
His charisma attracts people like a gravitational field.
重力場 (じゅうりょくば) specifically means 'gravitational field' as a region. 引力 (いんりょく) means 'gravitational force' or 'attraction'. Do not confuse them. For the field concept, always use 重力場 or 引力場.