Translation guide
The English word 'post' has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common ones for learners: a job position, a physical pole, putting something up (like on a wall or online), and mail. Each meaning uses different Japanese words.
A job, position, or role in an organization.
General term for a post or position within a company or organization. Suitable for formal contexts.
He took up a new post.
Loanword from English, commonly used in business contexts for a position or role.
He is entrusted with an important post.
Refers to one's standing or rank, often used for high-level positions.
He holds a high post in the company.
A long piece of wood, metal, etc. set upright in the ground.
General word for a pillar, post, or column. Used for structural supports.
There is a post standing by the gate.
A stake or pile driven into the ground, often for fencing or marking.
Loanword for a pole, often used for utility poles, flagpoles, etc.
To attach something to a wall, board, or similar surface so it can be seen.
To stick or paste something up, like a poster or notice. Transitive verb.
I posted a poster on the wall.
To put up a notice or announcement formally, often on a bulletin board.
They posted the results on the bulletin board.
To post or put up prominently, often used for notices or lists.
To publish something on the internet, such as a blog, social media, or forum.
To post or contribute content online. Used for blogs, SNS, forums.
I posted an article on my blog.
Casual term from 'upload', often used for posting photos or videos.
I posted a photo on Instagram.
Direct loanword from English, used especially on platforms like Twitter/X.
I posted on Twitter.
The system for sending letters and parcels; also a mailbox.
ポスト can mean 'post' as in job position, mailbox, or social media post depending on context. Be careful to clarify which meaning you intend.
I put a letter in the mailbox.
I took up a new post.
We drove posts to mark the boundary.
The utility pole fell over.
合格者の名前が張り出された。
The names of successful candidates were posted.
A mailbox (for sending mail). Often shortened to ポスト.
I put the letter in the post box.