Translation guide
The English phrase "one stroke" can refer to a single movement of a pen, brush, or tool, a single action or effort, or a medical event. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Describing a single continuous motion when writing, drawing, or cutting.
Accomplishing something in one go or with a single decisive action.
Referring to a cerebrovascular accident.
When referring to a medical stroke, do not use 一筆 or 一画. Use 脳卒中 or 卒中.
Literally 'one brush stroke'. Used for a single stroke in calligraphy or a brief written note.
He drew a beautiful line with one stroke.
Specifically a single stroke of a kanji character.
This kanji is missing one stroke.
A single swing or stroke, often of a sword or tool.
He cut the bamboo with one stroke of the sword.
Means 'in one breath' or 'all at once'. Used for doing something continuously without pause.
He solved the problem in one stroke.
Means 'at one stroke' or 'in one sweep'. Often used for dealing with multiple things at once.
He paid off his debts in one stroke.
A single blow or strike. Can be metaphorical for a decisive action.
The match was decided with one stroke (blow).
The standard medical term for a stroke.
My grandfather collapsed from a stroke.
Shortened form of 脳卒中, used in conversation.
He was hospitalized for a stroke.