Translation guide
An overhand throw is a throwing motion where the arm is raised above the shoulder and the object is released from above. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through specific verbs and descriptive phrases depending on the context, such as sports, casual throwing, or formal descriptions.
To throw something using an overhand motion, in everyday situations.
Literally 'throw from above', this is the most straightforward and common way to describe an overhand throw in casual contexts.
Throw the ball overhand.
Uses the loanword 'overhand' and is common in sports contexts, especially baseball.
He is good at throwing overhand.
A noun meaning 'overhand throw', often used in sports like baseball or sumo. Less common in everyday speech.
The pitcher threw with an overhand motion.
Specifically referring to an overhand pitching motion in baseball.
Describing an overhand throw in sports other than baseball, such as cricket or American football.
A direct loanword used in various sports to mean 'overhand throw'.
In cricket, an overhand throw is fundamental.
A general phrase that works in any sport context when explaining the motion.
The quarterback throws overhand.
To contrast with an underhand throw, use '下から投げる' (したからなげる) for 'throw underhand'. In baseball, 'アンダースロー' is the term for underhand pitching.
He likes to throw underhand.
In sports contexts, loanwords like 'オーバーハンド' and 'オーバースロー' are very common and often preferred over native Japanese phrases. However, in everyday conversation, '上から投げる' is more natural.
Overhand pitchers can easily put angle on the ball.