Translation guide
The English word "stria" refers to a linear mark, stripe, or groove, often used in medical, geological, or biological contexts. In Japanese, the translation depends heavily on the specific context. This guide covers the most common equivalents for English-speaking learners.
To refer to a thin, narrow line or band, often on a surface.
A general term for a linear mark or streak. Used in technical contexts like geology or anatomy.
岩石に細かい線条が見られる。
Fine striae can be seen on the rock.
Similar to 線条, often used interchangeably. Slightly more common in some scientific fields.
この鉱物の表面には条線がある。
There are striae on the surface of this mineral.
A more everyday word for a line, streak, or stripe. Can be used for striae in non-technical contexts, but may be too vague.
ガラスに細かい筋が入っている。
There are fine lines (striae) on the glass.
To refer to striae distensae, the linear marks on the skin from rapid growth or weight change.
Specifically refers to stretch marks from pregnancy. The most common term in that context.
妊娠線を予防するクリームを使っています。
I'm using a cream to prevent stretch marks.
General term for stretch marks, not limited to pregnancy. Commonly used in everyday language.
急に太ったので、太ももに肉割れができた。
I gained weight suddenly, so I got stretch marks on my thighs.
Medical term for striae distensae. Used in clinical contexts.
皮膚科で伸展線の治療について相談した。
I consulted a dermatologist about treatment for stretch marks.
To refer to a narrow depression or channel, such as in the brain or on a rock surface.
Technical term for a groove or stria, often used in anatomy (e.g., striae of the brain) or geology.
大脳皮質には多くの条溝がある。
The cerebral cortex has many grooves (striae).
Common word for groove, furrow, or ditch. Can be used for striae in a broader sense, but less precise.
氷河の移動によって岩に溝が刻まれた。
Grooves (striae) were carved into the rock by the movement of the glacier.
To refer to a streak or imperfection in glass or a lens.
Technical term for striae in glass or crystals, referring to inhomogeneities or streaks.
このレンズには脈理があって、像が歪む。
This lens has striae, so the image is distorted.
Can refer to a streak or grain in materials like glass or wood. Less technical than 脈理.
ガラスに筋目が入っている。
There are streaks (striae) in the glass.
The English word "stria" is highly context-dependent. Using a generic word like 線 (せん, line) will often be too vague. Always consider the specific field (medicine, geology, optics) to choose the appropriate term.
In English, "striae" is the plural. In Japanese, the same word is used for singular and plural; context indicates number.