Translation guide
The act of writing, carving, or engraving words or symbols onto a surface. Japanese distinguishes between general writing, carving, and formal dedication.
To write down or record something, such as in a document or on a surface.
To carve or engrave letters or designs into a hard surface like stone, metal, or wood.
To carve, engrave, or cut into a surface. Used for stone, wood, metal, etc.
To write a personal message or dedication, such as in a book or on a gift.
To write a dedication, typically in a book or on a plaque.
著者が本に献辞を書いた。
The author inscribed a dedication in the book.
General verb for writing down or recording information, often used for notes, records, or inscriptions.
彼は日記にその日の出来事を記した。
He recorded the day's events in his diary.
To write in or fill in, such as writing in a form or notebook.
申込書に必要事項を書き込んでください。
Please fill in the required information on the application form.
石碑に故人の名前が刻まれている。
The name of the deceased is engraved on the stone monument.
To carve or sculpt, often used for artistic carving or engraving.
木に模様を彫る。
Carve a pattern into the wood.
To stamp or engrave a seal or mark, often used for official marks or branding.
製品にシリアル番号を刻印する。
Engrave a serial number on the product.
To sign one's name, often as part of an inscription.
ファンのために本に署名した。
He signed the book for a fan.