Translation guide
A discussion format where participants sit around a table as equals, often used in meetings, conferences, or media. In Japanese, the concept is expressed with specific terms for the format, and the English loanword is also common.
A structured discussion among equals, often in business, academic, or political settings.
The most direct translation, literally 'round-table conference'. Used for formal discussions where participants sit at a round table to symbolize equality.
明日、円卓会議があります。
There is a round-table discussion tomorrow.
The English loanword, often used in business or event contexts. Sounds modern and may imply a less formal, more open discussion.
ラウンドテーブルディスカッションに参加しませんか？
Would you like to join the round-table discussion?
A more casual, often public discussion or talk session, like a panel discussion. Not strictly a round table, but similar in spirit.
座談会のテーマは教育です。
The topic of the round-table discussion is education.
A televised or recorded discussion with multiple guests, often around a table.
Refers to a debate or discussion program on TV. Not necessarily a physical round table, but captures the format.
その討論番組では専門家が意見を交わした。
On that discussion program, experts exchanged opinions.
円卓会議 emphasizes the physical round table and equality among participants, often in formal settings. 座談会 is a more casual discussion or talk session, not necessarily around a round table, and is common in media or public events.
円卓会議では全員が平等に発言できる。
In a round-table conference, everyone can speak equally.
座談会は和やかな雰囲気で進んだ。
The round-table discussion proceeded in a friendly atmosphere.
ラウンドテーブルディスカッション is widely understood in business contexts, especially in international companies or events. It can sound trendy but may be less familiar to older generations.
気候変動について円卓会議を開きました。
We held a round-table discussion on climate change.
その座談会は生放送されます。
The round-table discussion will be broadcast live.
A talk show, which may feature round-table style segments. More entertainment-focused.
トーク番組で有名人が座談会をした。
On the talk show, celebrities had a round-table discussion.