Translation guide
The act of gathering mature crops from the fields. In Japanese, the most common word is 収穫 (しゅうかく), but specific verbs and terms are used depending on the crop and context.
To express the general concept of harvesting agricultural products.
The most common noun meaning 'harvest' or 'harvesting'. Can be used with する to form a verb.
Autumn is the season of harvesting.
The rice harvesting has begun.
The verb form meaning 'to harvest'. Used for a wide range of crops.
The farmer is harvesting tomatoes.
Refers specifically to harvesting and bringing in crops, often rice. Slightly more traditional or agricultural term.
The rice harvesting is finished.
To describe the action of harvesting particular types of crops, often using specialized verbs.
Means 'to cut' or 'to reap', used for harvesting grains like rice, wheat, or grass.
Means 'to pick' or 'to pluck', used for harvesting tea leaves, fruits, or flowers by hand.
Means 'to dig', used for harvesting root vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or radishes.
Means 'to pluck' or 'to pick' by twisting off, used for fruits like apples, tomatoes, or grapes.
To talk about the harvesting season or the act of harvesting as an experience.
収穫 is the general term for harvesting and can be used for any crop. 刈る is specifically for cutting crops like rice or wheat. 摘む is for picking by hand, such as tea or fruits. Use the specific verb when the action is important, and 収穫する for a broader statement.
To harvest rice (general) vs. to reap rice plants (specific action)
In English, 'harvesting' can be used metaphorically (e.g., harvesting data). In Japanese, 収穫 is mostly limited to agricultural products. For data or resources, use 収集 (しゅうしゅう) or other terms.
To harvest tea leaves.
To go strawberry picking.
To harvest potatoes.
I went to harvest daikon radishes.
To pick apples.
I participated in the village harvest festival.