Translation guide
The English word 'reverberation' refers to a sound that continues after the original sound stops, echoing or lingering in a space. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through several words and phrases, each with different nuances and contexts.
Describing the acoustic phenomenon of sound reflecting and lingering in a room, hall, or natural environment.
The most direct and technical term for reverberation, used in acoustics, music, and audio engineering. It refers to the lingering of sound after the source stops.
This hall has beautiful reverberation.
Measure the reverberation time.
A more general word for sound resonance, echo, or the way sound carries. It can refer to both physical reverberation and the emotional impact of a sound.
This room has good sound resonance.
The reverberation of the bell echoes through the mountains.
Loanword from English 'echo'. Often used in casual or technical contexts, but can imply a distinct repetition rather than a smooth decay.
This room has a strong echo.
Literally 'reflected sound', can mean echo or reverberation. Often used for both physical sound and metaphorical repercussions.
A mountain echo is a reverberation of sound.
Describing the lingering impact, influence, or resonance of an event, statement, or experience.
Refers to the lingering impression or emotional aftereffect, like the feeling that remains after a beautiful piece of music or a profound experience. Often used in aesthetic or emotional contexts.
The reverberation of his words lingered in my heart.
Can also be used metaphorically for the emotional resonance or impact of something.
Often used for public reaction or repercussions, like the reverberations of a political decision.
Describing a clear repetition of sound, like shouting in a canyon.
The word for 'echo' in the sense of a distinct sound reflection, often in nature. Can be used poetically.
When I shouted toward the mountain, an echo came back.
Literally 'mountain echo', a more poetic or traditional term for echo in the mountains.
残響 is the technical term for acoustic reverberation. 響き is broader, covering resonance, tone, and emotional impact. 反響 often implies a reflected sound or a metaphorical reaction.
The reverberation of the concert hall is calculated.
His voice has a deep resonance.
The news caused reverberations around the world.
When talking about the lingering feeling after an experience, 余韻 is the most natural choice. It conveys a sense of beauty and depth.
The reverberation of the gong filled the temple.
I love the reverberation of the piano in this room.
The reverberations of the scandal were felt for years.
Even after the performance ended, I was immersed in its reverberation.
その知らせは重い響きを持っていた。
The news had a heavy reverberation.
その発言は大きな反響を呼んだ。
The statement caused a great reverberation (public reaction).
A mountain echo reverberated through the valley.