Translation guide
A social gathering where two or more groups meet together, often for the purpose of socializing, networking, or matchmaking. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 合同パーティー, but other terms like 合コン or 交流会 are used depending on the context.
A party or social event where multiple groups (e.g., companies, schools, clubs) come together.
The most direct and widely understood translation. Suitable for various formal and informal settings.
来週、二つの会社の合同パーティーがあります。
There will be a joint party for the two companies next week.
Emphasizes exchange and networking. Often used for events aimed at fostering interaction between different groups, such as international exchange or industry meetups.
留学生と日本人学生の交流会を開きます。
We will hold a joint party for international students and Japanese students.
A social gathering to deepen friendships, often used in business or organizational contexts. More formal than 交流会.
プロジェクト終了後に、両チームの懇親会を予定しています。
After the project ends, we are planning a joint party for both teams.
A party specifically for singles to meet potential romantic partners, typically with an equal number of men and women.
Short for 合同コンパ. The standard term for a group blind date or mixer. Very common among young adults.
今度の合コンは、友達の大学と合同でやるんだ。
The next joint party is with a friend's university.
A party held together by multiple groups to celebrate something (e.g., birthdays, achievements).
Specifically for celebratory joint parties. Common in business or formal settings.
今年の忘年会は、三つの部署の合同祝賀会にしよう。
Let's make this year's end-of-year party a joint celebration for the three departments.
A joint birthday party. Used when multiple people celebrate their birthdays together.
クラスで合同誕生日会を開きました。
We held a joint birthday party in class.
合同パーティー is a general term for any joint party, while 合コン specifically refers to a group blind date. Using 合コン when you mean a non-romantic gathering can cause confusion.
The phrase 'ジョイントパーティー' is sometimes used in Japanese but is less natural than 合同パーティー. Stick to the standard terms unless you are in a very casual, English-influenced context.
The full form of 合コン. Slightly more formal but still used in casual settings.
合同コンパをセッティングしてくれた。
They set up a joint party for us.