Translation guide
The English word 'reporting' can refer to the act of giving an account of something, the journalistic profession, or the formal presentation of information. This guide helps learners express these concepts naturally in Japanese.
To convey that you are telling someone about an event, situation, or information, often in a formal or official context.
The most common and general term for 'reporting' as in giving an account or informing someone of something. Used in business, official, and everyday contexts.
I reported my progress to my boss.
You need to report the details of the accident to the police.
Often used for 'reporting' in the sense of contacting or notifying someone, especially in daily communication. Less formal than 報告.
Means 'to inform' or 'to let someone know'. Used when reporting information in a less formal, more personal context.
Specifically used for reporting to authorities, such as police or emergency services. Implies an urgent or official notification.
To refer to the activity of gathering and presenting news, or the profession of a reporter.
The standard term for news reporting or media coverage. Used for both the act and the content.
The incident was widely reported.
Refers to the act of gathering information for a report, such as interviewing or investigating. Often used in the context of journalism.
A loanword from English, often used for a written report or a news segment. Can also refer to a student's report.
To describe the act of presenting a structured report, often in academic, business, or official settings.
Specifically refers to a written report document. Commonly used in business and academic contexts.
Please submit the report before the meeting.
Means 'presentation' or 'announcement'. Used when reporting findings orally, such as at a conference or meeting.
Also used for a formal written report, especially in academic settings. Can be interchangeable with 報告書 but often implies a longer, more detailed document.
報告 (ほうこく) is the most general term for reporting information, often in a formal or hierarchical context. 連絡 (れんらく) is used for notifying or contacting someone, often in daily life. 通報 (つうほう) is specifically for reporting to authorities like the police.
English often uses the gerund 'reporting' as a noun. In Japanese, it's more natural to use the noun form (報告, 報道) or a verb phrase depending on the context. Avoid directly translating 'reporting' as レポーティング, which is rarely used.
I am reporting the incident.
Reporting the news is her job.
遅刻する場合は必ず連絡してください。
Please be sure to report if you are going to be late.
結果が分かったらすぐに知らせてください。
Please report the results as soon as you know them.
不審者を見かけたら警察に通報してください。
If you see a suspicious person, please report it to the police.
Freedom of reporting is important.
Reporters are reporting from the scene.
彼は戦場からレポートを送った。
He sent a report from the battlefield.
研究結果を学会で発表した。
I reported my research findings at the conference.
期末レポートを書かなければならない。
I have to write a final report.