Translation guide
A member of a military reserve force. In Japanese, the term depends on the specific military context and status.
Referring to a person who is a member of the military reserves, typically after active duty.
Standard term for a reservist or the reserve duty itself. Can refer to the person or the status.
彼は予備役として招集された。
He was called up as a reservist.
Literally 'hometown soldier', a somewhat dated term for a reservist, especially one who has returned to civilian life. Often used in historical contexts.
在郷軍人会が組織された。
A reservist association was formed.
Specifically a reservist in the Japan Self-Defense Forces. Used for those who have completed active duty and are in the reserve.
予備自衛官の訓練が行われた。
Training for reservists was conducted.
Describing someone who is currently a member of the reserve forces.
A descriptive phrase meaning 'a person in the reserves'. More natural than a single word in some contexts.
彼は今も予備役にある人だ。
He is still a reservist.
The term 'reservist' can refer to different systems in different countries. In Japan, the Self-Defense Forces have a reserve component called 予備自衛官 (yobi jieikan). For other countries' militaries, 予備役 (yobieki) is generally understood.