Translation guide
The concept of being born again, renewed, or revived, often in a spiritual, metaphorical, or literal sense.
Expressing the idea of being spiritually reborn, often in a religious context like Buddhism or Christianity.
General term for rebirth, regeneration, or revival. Can be used in spiritual contexts.
He experienced a spiritual rebirth through baptism.
Specifically refers to reincarnation or transmigration of the soul.
The Buddhist concept of the cycle of death and rebirth (samsara). More technical/religious.
Describing a major positive change in one's life, like a new beginning or transformation.
Talking about the comeback or regeneration of non-living things like a city, tradition, or ecosystem.
Referring to the actual process of being born again in a new body, often in fantasy or religious stories.
再生 (saisei) is a broad term for rebirth/regeneration, often used for spiritual, natural, or media revival. 復活 (fukkatsu) emphasizes a comeback or resurrection after a pause or death, like a band reuniting. 復興 (fukkou) is specifically for reconstruction after a disaster or decline, like post-earthquake recovery.
English 'rebirth' is often metaphorical. In Japanese, 生まれ変わり (umarekawari) can sound too literal or religious. For a fresh start, 再出発 (saishuppatsu) or 心機一転 (shinki itten) might be more natural.
Literally 'being reborn,' often used in Buddhist contexts for reincarnation or a fresh start in life.
In Buddhism, they believe in rebirth.
彼は前世の記憶を持つ転生者だと言われている。
He is said to be a reincarnated person with memories of a past life.
Aim for liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
Verb meaning 'to be reborn' or 'to turn over a new leaf.' Commonly used for personal transformation.
He changed his ways and became serious, as if reborn.
Literally 'restart' or 'fresh start,' often used for a new beginning in life or career.
After her divorce, she made a fresh start in a new city.
Means 'new birth' or 'new life,' often used metaphorically for a new era or personal revival.
The company was reborn and grew under new management.
General term for revival, resurrection, or comeback. Used for events, traditions, economies, etc.
The festival was revived through local efforts.
Also used for regeneration of nature, urban renewal, or economic recovery.
A forest regeneration project has started.
Specifically refers to reconstruction or revival after a disaster or decline.
Rebirth after the earthquake disaster takes time.
The standard term for reincarnation, common in anime, manga, and light novels.
Stories about being reborn in another world are popular.
Verb form, can be used literally for reincarnation.
When you die, you might be reborn as a different creature.