Translation guide
The English word 'specifications' refers to detailed descriptions of design, materials, performance, or requirements. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 仕様 (しよう), but other terms are used depending on context, such as technical standards, product specs, or project requirements.
Describing the detailed technical requirements, features, or design of a product, machine, or system.
The most common and general term for 'specifications' in technical and business contexts. Often used in compounds like 仕様書 (specification document).
Please check the specifications of this product.
We will proceed with development according to the specifications document.
Loanword from English 'spec', commonly used in casual and business settings for product specs, especially for electronics, cars, and computers.
Refers to performance or capability specifications, often used for machines, vehicles, or software.
Refers to standards or standardized specifications, such as industry standards (JIS, ISO).
Referring to the detailed requirements, conditions, or plan for a project, construction, or system development.
Commonly used in business and IT for 'requirements' or 'specifications' that must be met. Often seen in 要件定義 (requirements definition).
Compile the system specifications.
Also used for project specifications, especially when detailed technical descriptions are involved.
Specifically refers to a design document or blueprint containing specifications.
Construct based on the design specifications.
A general, often formal, detailed description of something, such as in a contract or report.
Refers to a detailed statement or breakdown, like an itemized list. Often used in 明細書 (specification sheet).
Please send the specifications of the charges.
Means 'details' and can be used when 'specifications' means a detailed description.
仕様 is the formal, standard term for specifications in documents and business. スペック is a casual loanword often used in conversation about product capabilities, similar to 'specs' in English.
Check the specification document.
This smartphone's specs are amazing.
Do not directly translate 'specifications' as 特定化 or similar made-up words. Use the appropriate term based on context.
このパソコンのスペックは高いですね。
This PC has high specs, doesn't it?
このエンジンの性能は素晴らしい。
The performance specifications of this engine are excellent.
This part conforms to JIS specifications.
The project specifications have been finalized.
計画の詳細を教えてください。
Please tell me the specifications of the plan.