Translation guide
The process of equipping or preparing for war, often involving the buildup of military forces, the shift of civilian structures to military purposes, or the spread of military influence in society.
To describe the process of a country or group increasing its military capabilities, often in preparation for conflict.
The most direct and common translation for 'militarisation', referring to the process of making something military in nature or increasing military presence.
その地域の軍事化が進んでいる。
The militarisation of the region is progressing.
Specifically refers to the expansion of armaments or military buildup, often used in political or historical contexts.
その国は軍備拡張を続けている。
That country continues its military buildup.
Literally 'strengthening of military power', a common phrase to describe the process of militarisation in terms of capability enhancement.
政府は軍事力の強化を計画している。
The government is planning the strengthening of military power.
To describe the process by which military values, structures, or personnel come to dominate civilian life, government, or organizations.
Also used for the societal aspect, as in the militarisation of police or education.
警察の軍事化が問題になっている。
The militarisation of the police has become an issue.
Refers to the shift toward militarism as an ideology, often with negative connotations of excessive military influence in society.
その政策は社会の軍国主義化を招いた。
That policy led to the militarisation of society.
To describe the act of deploying military forces or equipment to a previously non-military area, such as a border or island.
Literally 'turning into a military base/stronghold', used when a location is being fortified or turned into a military outpost.
島の軍事拠点化が懸念されている。
The militarisation of the island is a concern.
Refers to the deployment or stationing of military assets in a particular area.
国境への軍事配備が強化された。
Military deployment to the border was strengthened.
軍事化 (ぐんじか) is a broad term for any kind of militarisation, including societal and institutional aspects. 軍備拡張 (ぐんびかくちょう) specifically refers to the expansion of weapons and military equipment, often in the context of an arms race.
軍事化は軍隊の役割拡大を意味するが、軍備拡張は兵器の増強を指す。
Militarisation means the expansion of the military's role, while military buildup refers to the increase in weapons.
The katakana word ミリタリゼーション is rarely used and may sound unnatural. Stick to native Japanese terms like 軍事化 or context-specific phrases.
「ミリタリゼーション」という言葉はほとんど使われない。
The word 'militarisation' (as katakana) is hardly ever used.