Translation guide
The part of the economy that provides services rather than goods. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with サービス業 or 第三次産業, depending on context.
Referring broadly to businesses that provide services (e.g., retail, hospitality, finance) as opposed to manufacturing or agriculture.
The most common and natural way to say 'service sector' in everyday and business contexts. Literally 'service industry'.
He works in the service sector.
The service sector is an important part of the economy.
The formal economic term for the tertiary sector, used in academic, statistical, or policy contexts.
The growth of the service sector is remarkable.
Talking about jobs or careers in service-oriented fields.
Refers to the service industry as a whole, often used when discussing employment sectors.
I hope to find a job in the service sector.
Specifically refers to customer service jobs, a subset of the service sector. Not a direct translation of 'service sector' but often relevant.
Only use when the focus is on face-to-face customer service roles.
In economics, distinguishing the service sector from primary (agriculture, mining) and secondary (manufacturing) sectors.
The standard term in economics. Often used with 第一次産業 (primary) and 第二次産業 (secondary).
In Japan, the service sector accounts for about 70% of GDP.
サービス業 is the everyday term used in business and conversation. 第三次産業 is the formal economic classification. Use サービス業 unless you are writing an academic paper or economic report.
I work in the service sector.
The number of workers in the tertiary sector is on the rise.
Customer service work is tough but rewarding.