Translation guide
How to express 'in short' in Japanese, used to summarize or conclude a statement concisely.
To briefly summarize a longer explanation or to state the main point concisely.
The most common and versatile phrase meaning 'in short' or 'in summary'. Used in both spoken and written Japanese.
Both mean 'in short', but つまり is often used to rephrase or clarify a previous statement, while 要するに is more directly 'to summarize'. In many cases they are interchangeable.
He was late. In short, he overslept.
In short, it means he's not coming.
In short, the plan was a failure.
Very common in conversation. Often used to rephrase or clarify, meaning 'that is to say' or 'in short'.
In short, you're against it, right?
In short, we need more money.
Literally 'the quick story is', used to cut to the chase. Slightly more casual.
In short, I got fired.
Literally 'to say by pinching/summarizing', meaning 'to put it briefly'. Slightly more formal.
In short, the problem is a lack of budget.
Means 'to put it bluntly/succinctly'. Used in formal or written contexts.
In short, this proposal is unrealistic.
要するに、彼は怠け者だ。
In short, he's lazy.