Translation guide
The English word "splendid" expresses strong approval, admiration, or excellence. In Japanese, the best equivalent depends on what is being praised: appearance, performance, effort, or general quality. This guide covers common natural expressions for each situation.
Expressing that something is excellent, wonderful, or very good in a general sense.
The most common and versatile word for 'splendid', 'wonderful', or 'excellent'. Can be used for almost anything: performance, weather, ideas, etc.
That was a splendid performance.
It's splendid weather today, isn't it?
Often used for something skillfully done or achieved, like a performance, result, or display. Carries a nuance of 'admirable' or 'brilliant'.
The cherry blossoms are splendid, aren't they?
His presentation was splendid.
Implies something is splendid in a dignified, impressive, or respectable way. Often used for buildings, achievements, or character.
That's a splendid building.
He did a splendid job.
Very common casual word meaning 'amazing' or 'great'. Can be used for 'splendid' in informal contexts, but is less formal than 素晴らしい.
Splendid! Well done.
Describing something visually impressive, gorgeous, or magnificent, like scenery, art, or attire.
Means 'splendid' in a gorgeous, brilliant, or showy way. Often used for decorations, costumes, or performances.
The splendid costumes were impressive.
Refers to a splendid or magnificent sight, often used for grand views or spectacles.
Means 'luxurious' or 'lavish', often used for splendid interiors, meals, or events.
Praising someone's effort, achievement, or job well done.
A polite and common way to say 'Well done!' or 'Splendid!' when someone has accomplished something skillfully.
Splendid! / Well done!
Casual phrase meaning 'Well done' or 'Good job'. Suitable for friends or subordinates.
Well done! That's splendid.
A respectful way to say 'splendid' or 'admirable', often used to praise someone's conduct or achievement.
That's a splendid achievement.
Reacting positively to a suggestion or idea.
A natural way to say 'That's a splendid idea' in conversation.
That's a splendid idea.
Directly translates 'splendid idea', using 素晴らしい. Slightly more emphatic.
What a splendid idea!
The English word 'splendid' can sound old-fashioned or overly formal in some contexts. In Japanese, using 素晴らしい is safe and natural, but overusing 華麗 or 壮観 in everyday speech may sound exaggerated. Match the word to the context.
素晴らしい is the most general and can be used for almost anything. 見事 emphasizes skill or a striking result. 立派 implies dignity, respectability, or impressive scale. Choose based on what aspect of 'splendid' you want to highlight.
That's a splendid idea!
The view was absolutely splendid.
She did a splendid job.
山頂からの景色は壮観だった。
The view from the mountaintop was splendid.
It was a splendid party.