Translation guide
The English word "judgement" covers several distinct meanings, from official legal decisions to personal opinions and the ability to make good choices. Japanese uses different words and expressions for each nuance.
A formal ruling made by a court, judge, or authority.
The standard term for a court ruling or verdict in a trial.
The judge handed down a verdict of not guilty for the defendant.
The verb phrase meaning "to pass judgement" or "to hand down a ruling."
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hand down its ruling next month.
Refers to the trial or court proceedings, but can also mean the judgement itself in context.
I'm dissatisfied with the outcome of the trial.
An assessment or conclusion about someone or something, often subjective.
Broadly means "judgement" as in making a decision or forming an opinion based on available information.
His judgement was correct.
Closer to "evaluation" or "assessment," often used when judging quality, performance, or worth.
Means "opinion." In some contexts, "in my judgement" can be translated as 私の意見では.
The mental faculty of discerning wisely; good sense.
Specifically means "judgement" as a personal ability or power of discernment.
He has excellent judgement.
Implies prudence, discretion, and mature judgement, often in social or moral contexts.
Means "good sense" or "sound judgement," often used in formal contexts.
The act of judging someone negatively; passing critical judgement.
Religious or mythological concept of God's judgement or the Last Judgement.
Used for divine judgement, the Last Judgement, or a decisive judgement in sports (referee's decision).
I believe in the day of the Last Judgement.
Often used in religious contexts for God's judgement, but can also mean trial or verdict.
A referee's or umpire's decision.
判断 is the most general term for personal judgement or decision-making. 判定 is used for official decisions in sports, contests, or tests. 判決 is strictly a legal verdict.
The English phrase "pass judgement" can mean to criticize. In Japanese, 判決を下す is only for legal rulings. For criticizing, use 批判する or 非難する.
I trust your judgement.
Don't judge a book by its cover.
Proverbial equivalent: 人は見かけによらぬもの
I'll leave the final judgement to you.
彼の仕事ぶりに対する評価は高い。
The judgement of his work performance is high.
私の意見では、その計画はうまくいかない。
In my judgement, that plan won't work.
Gain experience and develop your judgement.
彼は分別のある人だ。
He is a man of good judgement.
良識ある判断が求められる。
Sound judgement is required.
彼の行動は厳しい非難を浴びた。
His actions drew harsh judgement.
神の裁きは避けられない。
God's judgement is unavoidable.
That judgement was questionable.