Translation guide
The amount of water contained in soil, important in agriculture, gardening, and environmental science. Japanese expresses this with compound nouns and technical terms.
Measure soil moisture.
More casual, everyday expression for dampness of soil.
The soil moisture is insufficient.
More precise, referring to the amount of moisture, often used in technical contexts.
Check the soil moisture level.
Technical term for soil water content, often expressed as a percentage or measured with instruments.
Describing whether the soil is damp enough for seeds or plants, often in gardening advice.
土壌水分 is the formal, scientific term. 土の湿り気 is more colloquial and sensory, describing the feel of dampness.
Soil moisture is deficient. (formal)
The soil moisture is just right. (casual)
Monitor soil moisture with sensors.
Mulch to retain soil moisture.