Translation guide
The English word 'outlook' can refer to a view, a person's general attitude, or a future prospect. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
A scenic view from a particular place, or the way a place looks out onto something.
General word for a view or scenery, often from a window or high place.
The view from this room is fantastic.
Scenery or landscape, often used for natural views.
You can see a beautiful view from the window.
Panoramic view or vista, often used in formal contexts or for sweeping views.
The outlook from the summit is wonderful.
A person's general way of thinking about life, the future, or a situation.
Way of thinking; the most common and neutral way to express one's outlook on life or a topic.
He has a positive outlook.
One's view of life or philosophy of life; more philosophical than 考え方.
Perspective or way of looking at things; often used with modifiers like 前向きな (positive) or 悲観的な (pessimistic).
Worldview; used for broader philosophical or cultural outlooks.
What is expected to happen in the future, especially in economic or weather contexts.
Outlook or forecast; used for economic, business, or general future prospects.
The economic outlook is not bright.
Expectation or forecast; often used in weather or market contexts.
Outlook or prospect; often used in formal reports about the future of an industry or field.
Future prospects or outlook; often used in economic contexts.
眺め (nagame) is the most common word for a view from a specific spot, like a room or hill. 景色 (keshiki) refers to scenery in general, often natural landscapes. 展望 (tenbou) implies a wide, sweeping view and is more formal.
This hotel has a good view of the ocean.
The scenery of Hokkaido is beautiful.
From the observation deck, you can overlook the whole town.
見通し (mitooshi) is the most general term for future outlook, often used in business and economics. 予想 (yosou) is more like a prediction or forecast, common in weather and sports. 展望 (tenbou) is formal and used for long-term prospects.
We make a sales outlook for next year.
Her outlook on life is very optimistic.
物事を前向きな見方で捉える。
Take a positive outlook on things.
彼の世界観は独特だ。
His outlook on the world is unique.
The weather outlook for tomorrow is rain.
業界の展望について話し合った。
We discussed the outlook for the industry.
先行きが不透明だ。
The outlook is uncertain.
天気予想によると、明日は晴れだ。
According to the weather forecast, it will be sunny tomorrow.
The future outlook for this technology is bright.