Translation guide
The English word 'resume' has two main uses: to start again after a pause, and a document for job applications. This guide covers both.
Expressing that an activity, process, or state continues after being stopped or interrupted.
The most common and neutral way to say 'resume' for activities, meetings, work, etc. It is a suru-verb.
Let's resume the meeting.
Referring to the document used when applying for a job.
The standard Japanese term for a resume or CV. It often refers to a specific form with a photo and fixed format.
Construction will resume next month.
Literally 'start again'. Used when the focus is on beginning anew, not just continuing. Slightly more emphatic than 再開する.
He resumed his story.
Means 'to continue'. Often used when resuming after a brief interruption, especially in conversation. Can be used with the te-form of another verb.
Please resume from where you left off.
Let's resume our conversation.
Means 'return to the original state'. Used when something resumes a previous condition, like a relationship or a system setting.
Their relationship resumed its previous state.
Please send your resume.
Don't forget to attach a photo to your resume.
A more detailed work history document, similar to a Western-style resume. Often used together with a 履歴書.
Is a detailed work history also required?
Loanword from English. Used in some international or academic contexts, but 履歴書 is more common in general job hunting.
Please submit an English resume.