Translation guide
The preparatory work or foundation needed before starting a project, negotiation, or activity.
The basic work or preparation that must be done before something can start or succeed.
Refers to the foundation or basis of something, often used for fundamental knowledge or physical groundwork.
The English word 'groundwork' is often translated literally as 地面の仕事 (ground work), but this is incorrect for the metaphorical meaning. Use 下準備 or 基礎 instead.
新しい政策のための下準備をする必要がある。
We need to lay the groundwork for the new policy.
This research will serve as the groundwork for future development.
Preliminary arrangements or spadework done in advance of a main task.
交渉に入る前に、しっかり下準備をしておく必要がある。
We need to do thorough groundwork before entering negotiations.
Literally 'foundation' or 'base', often used metaphorically for the groundwork of a system or relationship.
信頼関係がビジネスの土台だ。
A trusting relationship is the groundwork of business.
Literally 'to harden the ground', meaning to lay the groundwork or consolidate a foundation.
プロジェクトを始める前に、地固めをしっかりやろう。
Let's lay the groundwork properly before starting the project.
A Go term meaning 'strategic placement of stones', used figuratively for preparatory steps or groundwork for future success.
今回の提携は将来の海外展開への布石だ。
This partnership is groundwork for future overseas expansion.