Translation guide
The English word 'levelling' can refer to making something flat or even, equalizing differences, or progressing in games. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
To make a surface smooth, flat, or even, such as ground or a road.
Common verb meaning to level, flatten, or smooth out a surface. Often used for ground, soil, or sand.
We leveled the ground before planting the lawn.
Literally 'make flat'. A straightforward phrase used for surfaces, tables, etc.
Kanji form of ならす, often used in written or technical contexts. Same meaning as ならす.
To reduce disparities, make things equal, or bring to the same level, such as in society, economy, or skills.
Noun meaning 'leveling' or 'equalization', often used in economic or social contexts.
Income leveling is the goal of the policy.
Noun meaning 'equalization', emphasizing making things equal or uniform.
Phrase meaning 'eliminate differences'. More casual and direct than 平準化.
Can metaphorically mean 'to make even' in terms of status or conditions, but less common for abstract concepts.
To advance to a higher level in a game, gaining experience or skills.
Common gamer term for 'leveling up' or 'grinding'. Noun form.
Let's do some leveling before going to the next dungeon.
Verb phrase meaning 'to raise one's level'. Standard expression.
Tell me how to level up efficiently.
Means 'growth' or 'development', sometimes used in RPG contexts for character progression, but not specifically 'leveling'.
The verb ならす is only for physical surfaces. For equalizing abstract things like income or opportunities, use 平準化 or 均等化.
平準化 often implies smoothing out fluctuations over time or across groups, while 均等化 emphasizes making things exactly equal. Both are formal nouns.
The workers are leveling the road.
The government aims for leveling of wealth.
I spent all night leveling my character.
We will level this land and make a parking lot.
It is necessary to level the land before construction.
教育機会の均等化が求められている。
Equalization of educational opportunities is demanded.
We revised the system to level out salary differences.
We leveled the conditions and started negotiations.
キャラクターの成長が遅い。
The character's growth is slow.