Translation guide
Expressing support for or alignment with the United States, its policies, culture, or people. In Japanese, this is typically expressed through specific terms or descriptive phrases.
Describing a person, group, policy, or stance that favors the United States.
The standard term for 'pro-American'. Used in political and social contexts. Can modify nouns directly.
He is a pro-American politician.
Promote pro-American policies.
Literally 'leaning toward America'. A more descriptive, slightly less formal way to indicate a pro-American stance.
That newspaper does pro-American reporting.
Means 'favoring America' or 'having a soft spot for America'. Often used for personal preferences rather than formal political stances.
She is pro-American and often watches Hollywood movies.
Specifically referring to diplomatic or military alignment with the United States.
Describing a general positive feeling toward America or Americans.
Means 'pro-American sentiment'. Used in discussions of public opinion.
The public's pro-American sentiment is strong.
A more general phrase meaning 'favorable toward America'. Can be used in various contexts.
Do not directly translate 'pro-American' as プロアメリカン; this is not natural Japanese. Use 親米 or descriptive phrases instead.
He takes a pro-American stance emphasizing the Japan-U.S. alliance.
He is pro-American (favorable toward America).