Translation guide
The English word "moving" has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common uses for learners: changing residence, causing emotion, being in motion, and making a motion/proposal.
To relocate from one home to another.
The most common noun for moving house. The verb is 引っ越す.
I'm planning to move next month.
I'm busy preparing for the move.
A more formal term for moving, often used in official contexts or written notifications.
I sent a change of address notice.
Used for moving an office, shop, or organization, not a personal residence.
The headquarters will relocate to Tokyo.
Eliciting strong feelings, especially sadness or sympathy.
Describes something that is emotionally touching or moving. Often used for stories, movies, or speeches.
That movie was very moving.
Literally 'strikes the heart', meaning deeply moving or touching.
Describes a feeling of being emotionally moved, often with warmth or tears.
I was moved at the graduation ceremony.
An onomatopoeic expression for being deeply moved, often to the point of tears.
That story really got to me.
Changing position or not stationary.
Formally proposing an action in a meeting.
While 動く means 'to move' in the sense of physical motion, it cannot be used for moving house. Use 引っ越す for changing residence.
I'm moving next week.
Please move the desk.
His speech was truly moving.