Translation guide
A soldier armed with a spear. In Japanese, this is typically expressed with a compound word combining 'spear' (槍) and a term for soldier or warrior.
The most direct translation for a historical or fantasy spearman.
Standard term for a spearman, combining 'spear' (槍) and 'soldier' (兵). Used in historical and fantasy contexts.
槍兵が隊列を組んだ。
The spearmen formed ranks.
Literally 'spear carrier'. Can refer to a spearman or a servant carrying a spear for a samurai.
A warrior armed with a spear, often used in historical contexts. '武者' implies a more traditional warrior.
槍武者が戦場を駆け抜けた。
The spear warriors charged across the battlefield.
槍持ちが主君の後ろに立っていた。
The spear carrier stood behind his lord.