Translation guide
The English word "robust" has several related meanings: physically strong and healthy, sturdy and well-made, vigorous and forceful, or full-bodied (as of flavor). This guide helps learners choose the most natural Japanese expression for each nuance.
Describing a person or animal that is strong, healthy, and full of vitality.
Commonly used for a sturdy, robust physique. Often implies a solid, unyielding build.
He has a robust body.
Emphasizes a vigorous, muscular, and energetic robustness. Often used for a strong, healthy appearance.
A somewhat formal term meaning robust health and strength. Often used in medical or descriptive contexts.
Describes a stocky, solid, and robust build. Often used for a person's frame.
Describing an object, machine, or system that is strong, durable, and unlikely to break or fail.
Describing an action, effort, or process that is strong, energetic, and full of vitality.
Describing a flavor or taste that is rich, strong, and full-bodied.
A common phrase meaning 'has body/richness'. Used for robust flavor in food and drinks.
The English word 'robust' covers many nuances. Direct translation as ロバスト is rarely used outside technical IT contexts (e.g., robust algorithm). For everyday use, choose the appropriate Japanese word based on what is being described.
Both mean sturdy/robust, but 頑丈 implies a heavier, more solid robustness, while 丈夫 is more about durability and resistance to wear. 頑丈 is often used for large, heavy objects; 丈夫 for everyday items like clothes or shoes.
She is a robust woman who never gets sick.
Robust young people were climbing the mountain.
強健な体を持つことが大切だ。
It is important to have a robust body.
がっしりした体格の選手だ。
He is an athlete with a robust build.
The most common word for robust objects. Implies physical toughness and durability.
This desk is robust and seems like it will last a long time.
A more formal or technical term for robust construction, often used for buildings, software, or systems.
We built a robust security system.
Everyday word for durable and strong. Slightly less intense than 頑丈, but very common.
These shoes are robust and comfortable.
Means firm, solid, and robust. Often used for abstract things like systems, foundations, or relationships.
He built the company on a robust foundation.
Literally 'powerful', used for robust efforts, growth, or movements that convey strength and energy.
Robust economic growth is expected.
Means lively, active, and vigorous. Often used for robust activity, discussion, or market.
A robust discussion took place at the meeting.
Describes robust appetite, curiosity, or vitality. Often used in set phrases like 旺盛な食欲 (robust appetite).
He has a robust curiosity.
This wine is robust and delicious.
Means rich and thick in flavor. Often used for robust, heavy tastes like rich chocolate or full-bodied soup.
I ate a robust chocolate cake.
A sophisticated term for mellow richness, often used for wine, sake, or coffee. Implies a refined robust flavor.
I enjoyed a robustly aromatic coffee.
その会社は前期、力強い成長を見せた。
The company showed robust growth last quarter.