Translation guide
The English word "integrated" describes something that has been combined into a unified whole. In Japanese, expressing this concept depends on whether you are talking about physical integration, system integration, social integration, or abstract integration. The most common and versatile options are 統合された (tougou sareta) and 一体化した (ittaika shita).
Describing something that has been merged or unified, such as systems, organizations, or components.
The most common and versatile way to say 'integrated'. It implies combining separate elements into a coherent whole. Used for systems, software, organizations, etc.
このシステムは統合されたデータベースを使っています。
This system uses an integrated database.
統合されたマーケティング戦略が必要です。
We need an integrated marketing strategy.
Emphasizes becoming one body or a seamless whole. Often used for physical integration or when things are fused together.
このデザインは機能と美しさが一体化している。
This design integrates function and beauty.
Used as a prefix to describe an 'integrated type' of something, often in technical contexts like 'integrated circuit' (統合回路).
統合型ソフトウェアが便利です。
Integrated software is convenient.
Describing people or groups who have become part of a larger community or society.
Literally 'melted into', this is the most natural way to say someone has integrated into a group or society. It implies blending in harmoniously.
彼は新しい職場にすっかり溶け込んだ。
He has fully integrated into the new workplace.
A more formal expression for 'integrated into society'. Often used in discussions about immigration or social policy.
移民が社会に統合されることは重要です。
It is important for immigrants to be integrated into society.
Means 'assimilated', implying a loss of original identity. Use with caution as it can carry negative connotations of forced integration.
彼らは現地の文化に同化した。
They assimilated into the local culture.
Describing a feature or component that is included as an integral part of a larger whole, like a built-in camera.
Means 'built-in' or 'internal'. Used for hardware components, sensors, etc. that are integrated into a device.
このパソコンはカメラを内蔵しています。
This computer has an integrated camera.
Means 'embedded' or 'incorporated'. Can be used for both hardware and software features that are integrated into a system.
セキュリティ機能が組み込まれています。
Security features are integrated.
統合された (tougou sareta) is the standard term for 'integrated' in most contexts, especially for systems, data, and organizations. 一体化した (ittaika shita) emphasizes a seamless fusion into one entity, often used for physical or conceptual unity. For social integration, 溶け込んだ (tokekonda) is more natural than either.
両社のシステムは統合された。
The systems of the two companies were integrated.
自然と建築が一体化した空間。
A space where nature and architecture are integrated.
The English word 'integrated' is often used in compound terms like 'integrated circuit' or 'integrated software'. In Japanese, these are typically expressed with specific terms like 集積回路 (shuuseki kairo) for integrated circuit, or 統合ソフト (tougou sofuto) for integrated software. Do not try to translate 'integrated' literally in all cases; learn the common Japanese equivalents.
集積回路
integrated circuit