Translation guide
The English word 'oracle' can refer to a divine revelation, a prophetic person, or a source of unquestionable wisdom. In Japanese, different words are used depending on the nuance.
A revelation from a god or supernatural source, often delivered through a medium or shrine.
The standard term for a divine oracle or revelation, especially in historical or mythological contexts.
The shrine maiden conveyed the oracle.
Similar to 神託, but can also refer to a message delivered through a medium or spiritual possession.
In ancient Greece, oracles from the gods were considered important.
A more everyday term for a divine message or sign, often used in folk religion or casual contexts.
I received an oracle in a dream.
A person, such as a priestess or prophet, who speaks for a deity.
A shrine maiden or female shaman who serves as a medium for divine messages in Shinto.
The shrine maiden conveys the words of the god.
A Shinto priest who may interpret oracles, though not exclusively a prophet.
A prophet in the Abrahamic sense, but can be used for oracle-like figures in other cultures.
A person, book, or institution regarded as infallible or authoritative.
There is no direct equivalent; describe the concept using words for authority or infallible source.
He is considered the oracle of the industry.
This dictionary is not an oracle.
Animal bones or turtle shells used in ancient Chinese divination.
Specifically refers to oracle bones used in ancient China.
Oracle bone script was carved on oracle bones.
When 'oracle' means a person or thing regarded as an infallible guide, do not use 神託 or 託宣. Instead, use words like 権威 (authority) or rephrase the sentence.
神官は神託を解釈した。
The priest interpreted the oracle.
彼は預言者として崇められた。
He was revered as an oracle.