Translation guide
Ways to express signs, signals, hints, or evidence that point to something in Japanese.
Expressing that something is a sign, symptom, or piece of evidence pointing to a fact or condition.
A sign or symptom, often used for medical, economic, or natural phenomena. Indicates something larger is happening or about to happen.
This may be an indication of illness.
A visible sign or mark that indicates something. Can be concrete (a mark) or abstract (a sign of something).
His smile was an indication of consent.
A manifestation or outward sign of an inner state or abstract quality.
That behavior is an indication of his character.
A sign or signal, often used in casual contexts. Can refer to a gesture, cue, or indicator.
That's an indication of danger.
A piece of information that suggests something indirectly.
A measurement or display showing a value or state.
Showing that one wants or intends to do something.
兆候 is more formal and often used for medical or economic signs. しるし is a general, concrete or abstract sign. サイン is a casual loanword for signals or cues.
There are indications of recovery.
Nodding is an indication of agreement.
His waving was an indication to depart.
His words contained an indication that he would resign.
The meter indication is normal.