Translation guide
How to express the concept of 'right justification' in Japanese, primarily in the context of text alignment.
The alignment of text along the right margin, with a ragged left edge.
The most common and standard term for right-aligned text in word processing, design, and general usage.
A reason or explanation that justifies an action or belief, often with a sense of being 'right' or correct.
Both mean right alignment. 右揃え is slightly more common in software menus (e.g., Microsoft Word uses 右揃え). 右寄せ is also widely understood and used. In most contexts, they are interchangeable.
Do not use 右揃え or similar alignment terms when you mean 'justification' in the sense of a reason or excuse. Use 正当化, 弁明, etc. The English word 'right' in 'right justification' for text alignment is not the same as 'right' meaning correct.
Please right-align this paragraph.
The date is entered with right justification.
Also common, often used interchangeably with 右揃え. Can imply a slightly less strict alignment, but in practice they are very similar.
Set the text to right alignment.
Literally 'right edge alignment'. More explicit, but less common in everyday use. Might be seen in technical specifications.
This column is displayed with right justification.
The act of justifying something as right or reasonable. Used for actions, decisions, or beliefs.
He tried to justify his actions.
The justification for that policy is difficult.
An explanation or excuse to clear oneself of blame. Often used in personal or legal contexts.
He gave a justification for being late.
Logic or reasoning used to justify something, sometimes with a negative connotation of being a mere pretext.
That's an after-the-fact justification.