Translation guide
The process of developing industries in a country or region. In Japanese, this is typically expressed with the noun 工業化 or 産業化, with 工業化 being the most common and direct equivalent.
The process of developing industry, especially manufacturing, on a wide scale.
The most common and direct translation for 'industrialisation', referring specifically to the development of manufacturing industries.
日本の工業化は明治時代に急速に進んだ。
Japan's industrialisation advanced rapidly during the Meiji period.
A broader term that can refer to the development of industries in general, including services and agriculture, not just manufacturing.
この地域の産業化は観光業の発展によってもたらされた。
The industrialisation of this region was brought about by the development of the tourism industry.
Literally 'development of industry', this phrase is often used when discussing the process in a more descriptive way.
工業の発展が環境に与える影響について議論した。
We discussed the impact of industrialisation on the environment.
Referring to the broader transformation of society and economy through industrialisation.
Still the standard term, often used in academic and policy contexts.
工業化は都市化と密接に関連している。
Industrialisation is closely linked to urbanisation.
工業化 (こうぎょうか) specifically refers to the development of manufacturing and heavy industry. 産業化 (さんぎょうか) is broader and can include the development of any industry, such as tourism or agriculture. In most contexts, 工業化 is the safer choice for 'industrialisation'.
途上国の工業化を支援する。
Support the industrialisation of developing countries.
農業の産業化が進んでいる。
The industrialisation of agriculture is progressing.
Specifically 'Industrial Revolution', but sometimes used when discussing historical industrialisation. Not a direct synonym, but contextually relevant.
産業革命はイギリスで始まった。
The Industrial Revolution began in Britain.