Translation guide
A wide, unbroken view of a landscape or scene, often from a high point. In Japanese, expressed through nouns for scenic views, descriptive phrases, and specific terms for panoramic photographs or paintings.
Describing a broad, sweeping view of a landscape, city, or natural scenery, typically from an elevated point.
Direct loanword from English, commonly understood for a wide scenic view, especially in travel contexts or photography.
The panorama from the mountaintop was breathtakingly beautiful.
Formal noun meaning 'view' or 'prospect', often used for expansive scenic views from high places like observatories or mountain tops.
You can enjoy a wonderful panorama from this hotel.
Common word for a wide, unobstructed view, often used in everyday speech. Implies a clear, open vista.
The hilltop has a great panorama.
Means 'superb view' or 'magnificent scenery', often used to emphasize the beauty of a panoramic landscape.
The panoramic sunset view from here is unforgettable.
Emphatic form meaning 'grand panorama', used in travel brochures or dramatic descriptions.
A grand panorama spreads out from the observation deck.
Referring to a photograph, painting, or digital image that captures a wide, elongated view, often with a wide aspect ratio.
Metaphorical use: a complete or broad survey of a subject, situation, or field.
Noun meaning 'overview' or 'general survey', used for summarizing a broad topic.
This book provides a panorama of Japanese history.
Means 'overall picture' or 'big picture', used to describe a comprehensive understanding of a situation.
First, let's grasp the panorama of the problem.
The loanword can also be used metaphorically, but it's less common than the native terms.
眺望 (chōbō) is more formal and often used in written descriptions or real estate. 見晴らし (miharashi) is casual and common in everyday conversation. Both mean a wide view, but 眺望 carries a sense of refined scenery.
This room has a fine view (formal).
That park has a nice open view, doesn't it? (casual)
While パノラマ is understood, it's primarily associated with scenic vistas or photography. For a comprehensive overview of a topic, 概観 or 全体像 are more natural choices.
Literally 'full-view photo', used for photographs that capture an entire scene or building in one wide shot.
This panorama photo shows the entire town.
An old panorama painting is exhibited in the museum.
この小説は現代社会のパノラマを描いている。
This novel depicts a panorama of modern society.