Translation guide
The concept of sanctity covers sacredness, holiness, and inviolability. In Japanese, it is expressed through words for sacredness, religious purity, and the idea of something being inviolable or deeply respected.
Expressing that something is sacred, holy, or connected to the divine.
The most common and direct translation for 'sanctity' in the sense of sacredness or holiness. Used for religious places, objects, or abstract concepts.
We must protect the sanctity of this place.
An adjective meaning 'holy' or 'sacred', often used in religious or poetic contexts. It emphasizes the divine nature of something.
A sacred ritual was performed.
While primarily meaning 'dignity', it can convey the sanctity of life or human worth in ethical contexts.
Respect the sanctity of life.
Refers to purity, cleanliness, often in a religious or ritual sense. Used in Shinto contexts for purification.
Offer prayers with a pure heart.
Expressing that something (like a promise, law, or right) is so important that it must not be violated or disrespected.
Means 'inviolable' or 'sacred' in the sense that something cannot be infringed upon. Often used in legal or formal contexts.
The sanctity of fundamental human rights is guaranteed by the constitution.
A set phrase meaning 'sacred and inviolable'. Stronger than 不可侵 alone, often used for principles like the sanctity of life or marriage.
Again, 'dignity' can imply sanctity when referring to the inviolable worth of something, like human life.
Literally 'sacred area', but metaphorically used for something that is off-limits or must not be interfered with, like a sanctuary.
Referring specifically to the sacredness of the marriage bond or solemn promises.
Direct phrase meaning 'sanctity of marriage'. Commonly used in discussions about marriage.
They believe in the sanctity of marriage.
Means 'marital bond', often implying a sacred or unbreakable connection. Not a direct translation but conveys the depth of the relationship.
神聖 (shinsei) emphasizes religious or spiritual sacredness, while 不可侵 (fukashin) focuses on the legal or moral inviolability. Use 神聖 for holy places or rituals, and 不可侵 for rights or principles that must not be violated.
Directly translating 'sanctity' as サンクティティ is not used. Always choose a Japanese word based on the specific nuance: sacredness, inviolability, or dignity.
Life is sacred and inviolable.
人間の尊厳は侵してはならない。
The sanctity of human dignity must not be violated.
家庭は聖域だ。
The home is a sanctuary (implying its sanctity).
The marital bond is something sacred.