Translation guide
The act of officially canceling or withdrawing something, such as a law, license, offer, or decision.
To express that a license, permit, certification, or legal status has been officially taken away or canceled.
General term for cancellation or revocation of a decision, contract, or right. Commonly used in legal and administrative contexts.
I received a revocation of my driver's license.
Emphasizes the stripping away of a right or status, often used in formal or legal contexts.
Refers to something becoming invalid or lapsing, often due to expiration or a triggering event, rather than an active revocation.
To express that an offer, promise, or previously stated position has been taken back or canceled.
Used for withdrawing a statement, proposal, or offer. Common in business and formal settings.
The proposal was revoked (withdrawn).
General cancellation, can be used for orders, reservations, or statements. Slightly less formal than 撤回.
To express that a law, rule, or official order has been abolished or annulled.
取消 (とりけし) is a general cancellation, often used for administrative decisions or personal actions. 撤回 (てっかい) specifically means withdrawal of a statement or proposal. 廃止 (はいし) is used for abolishing systems, laws, or institutions.
弁護士資格の剥奪が決定された。
The revocation of his lawyer's license was decided.
パスポートが失効した。
The passport was revoked (became invalid).
注文の取り消しをお願いします。
I'd like to cancel (revoke) the order.
規制の撤廃が求められている。
Revocation (abolition) of regulations is being demanded.