Translation guide
Expressing that something was a major achievement or turned out extremely well. Japanese uses various nouns, adjectives, and set phrases depending on the scale and context.
Describing an event, project, or endeavor that was a great success.
The most direct and common translation for 'great success'. Used for events, projects, performances, etc.
The event was a great success.
The launch of the new product was a great success.
Literally 'big hit', used for things that become very popular or successful, like movies, products, or events.
That movie was a huge hit.
Common for commercial successes, especially in entertainment and products.
This song was a great success.
Formal, often used in written reports or news to mean 'successfully' or 'with great success'.
The conference concluded with great success.
Talking about someone's personal success, like passing an exam, getting a job, or achieving a goal.
A common phrase meaning 'to achieve great success'. Can be used for both personal and professional contexts.
He achieved great success in his business.
Verb form meaning 'to be a great success'. Simple and versatile.
I passed the exam and it was a great success.
To be a smash hit; can be used for personal ventures that become very popular.
His new shop is a great success.
Expressing that something was a great success in a celebratory way.
The phrase '大きな成功' is grammatically correct but less natural than the compound word '大成功'. Use '大成功' for most cases.
'成功' means 'success', while '大成功' explicitly means 'great success'. Adding '大' emphasizes the magnitude. In many contexts, '成功' alone can be sufficient if the greatness is implied.