Translation guide
The English word 'liquid' can refer to a state of matter, a fluid substance, or something that flows. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 液体 (えきたい), but other words are used depending on context, such as 液 (えき) in compounds, 水分 (すいぶん) for bodily fluids or moisture, and 汁 (しる) for juices or broths.
Referring to a substance that is not solid or gas, often in scientific or everyday contexts.
The standard word for 'liquid' as a state of matter. Used in science, cooking, and daily life.
Water is a liquid.
Please don't spill the liquid.
Often used in compounds or technical terms, such as 液体 itself, 溶液 (solution), or 血液 (blood). Can be used alone in some contexts.
What is this liquid?
Referring to liquids in the body, such as sweat, tears, or other secretions.
Referring to the liquid that comes from fruits, vegetables, or cooked dishes.
In physics or chemistry, describing the state of matter.
In finance, referring to cash or easily convertible assets.
Describing something that flows smoothly, like liquid grace or liquid sound.
While 液体 is the direct translation, it can sound overly technical in everyday situations. For drinks, use 飲み物 (のみもの) or specific names like 水 (みず) or ジュース. For soups, use 汁 (しる) or スープ.
Can I have something to drink? (Not 液体)
液体 is the general term for liquid state. 液 is often used in compounds or technical contexts. 汁 is for juices, broths, or sap from food. Using the wrong one can sound odd.
What is this liquid?
What is this juice/broth?
The bottle contains a clear liquid.
Drink plenty of liquids when you have a fever.
The soup has a delicious liquid.
体液のバランスが大切です。
The balance of bodily fluids is important.
Orange juice, please.
この物質は常温で液状です。
This substance is liquid at room temperature.
リキッドディスプレイ
liquid crystal display