Translation guide
A misprint is an error in printed text. In Japanese, the most common way to express this is 誤植 (ごしょく), which specifically refers to a typographical error in a publication. Other related terms exist for different contexts.
The most common meaning: an error in printed text, such as a wrong character or missing word, typically in books, newspapers, or magazines.
The standard term for a typographical error in a printed work. Used in formal and everyday contexts.
この本には誤植が多い。
This book has many misprints.
新聞に誤植があった。
There was a misprint in the newspaper.
A more general term meaning 'printing mistake'. Can refer to any error in the printing process, not just text.
印刷ミスでページが抜けている。
A page is missing due to a printing error.
Specifically a wrong character or kanji. Often used for handwritten errors, but can appear in print.
誤植 (ごしょく) specifically means a typographical error in the text itself, like a misspelling or wrong character. 印刷ミス (いんさつミス) is broader and can include issues like misalignment, missing pages, or ink problems.
その記事にはいくつかの誤植があった。
The article contained several misprints.
This kanji is a misprint (wrong character).
Please report any misprints to the editor.