Translation guide
A weight used to sink a fishing line or net. In Japanese, the most common word is おもり (omori), but there are specific terms depending on the type and context.
A weight attached to a fishing line to sink the bait or lure.
The most common and general term for a fishing sinker. Can be used in most contexts.
釣り糸におもりをつける。
Attach a sinker to the fishing line.
Kanji form of おもり, often used in technical or written contexts.
錘の重さを変える。
Change the weight of the sinker.
Loanword from English, used in fishing contexts, especially among enthusiasts or in product names.
このシンカーは鉛でできている。
This sinker is made of lead.
Particular shapes or styles of fishing weights.
Split shot sinker; small round weights that can be pinched onto the line.
ガン玉を糸に挟む。
Pinch a split shot onto the line.
A sinker with a hole through the center, allowing the line to pass through. Often used in specific rigs.
中通しおもりを使うと、魚が違和感を感じにくい。
Using a through-hole sinker makes it harder for fish to feel resistance.
A weight used to sink a fishing net.
Specifically a weight for a net. Less common than general おもり.
網おもりを底に沈める。
Sink the net weight to the bottom.
The English word 'sinker' can also refer to a type of donut or a baseball pitch. These are not translated as おもり. For the donut, use ドーナツ (doughnut) or the specific name; for the pitch, use シンカー (shinkā) as a baseball term.