Translation guide
The quality of being useful, realistic, or concerned with actual use rather than theory. In Japanese, this concept is often expressed through nouns, adjectives, and set phrases that emphasize real-world applicability, feasibility, and common sense.
Describing something as practical, useful, or functional in real situations.
The most direct translation for 'practicality' as a quality of being useful in everyday life. Often used for products, designs, or skills.
This design emphasizes practicality.
Na-adjective meaning 'practical'. Used to describe things that are functional and useful.
Let's think of a more practical solution.
Noun meaning 'practical use' or 'utility'. Often used in compounds like 実用化 (putting to practical use).
The practical application of this technology is anticipated.
Whether a plan, idea, or method can actually work in practice.
A practical, sensible approach to life, not overly idealistic.
Emphasizing practice over theory.
実用性 (jitsuyōsei) is about everyday usefulness, like a tool or design. 実現可能性 (jitsugen kanōsei) is about whether a plan can be realized. 現実的 (genjitsuteki) describes a person or idea that is realistic and down-to-earth.
This kitchen tool has high practicality.
That dream is not practical (realistic).
実用性 is used for objects, systems, or methods, not for describing a person's character. To say someone is practical, use 実務的 (jitsumuteki) or 現実的 (genjitsuteki).
We assessed the practicality of the plan.
You need to be more practical (realistic).
I want to acquire practical skills.