Translation guide
The academic discipline and the study of mental processes and behavior. Also used for the mental and emotional factors governing a situation or individual.
Referring to psychology as a field of study or science.
The standard term for the academic discipline of psychology.
彼は心理学を専攻しています。
He is majoring in psychology.
心理学の授業はとても面白いです。
Psychology classes are very interesting.
Referring to the psychological aspects of a person, group, or situation.
Refers to the mental state, mindset, or psychological factors. Often used in compounds.
消費者の心理を理解することが大切です。
It's important to understand consumer psychology.
彼の心理は複雑だ。
His psychology is complex.
Adjectival form meaning 'psychological'.
心理的な問題を抱えている。
He has psychological problems.
Referring to the characteristic attitude or mentality of a person or group.
Can also mean 'mentality' or 'mindset' in certain contexts.
勝負に勝つための心理を学ぶ。
Learn the psychology of winning.
心理学 (しんりがく) is the formal academic discipline. 心理 (しんり) refers to the mental processes themselves, similar to 'psyche' or 'mentality'. Use 心理学 for the field of study, and 心理 for psychological aspects of a situation.
Specifically means 'psychological state' or 'mental state'.
彼女の心理状態を心配しています。
I'm worried about her psychological state.
Loanword from English, often used in sports or business contexts.
彼はプロのメンタリティーを持っている。
He has a professional mentality.