Translation guide
The English word 'striking' describes something that is very noticeable, impressive, or attracts attention because it is unusual, beautiful, or extreme. This guide covers how to express these ideas naturally in Japanese.
Describing something that stands out because of its beauty, elegance, or visual impact.
Literally 'pulls the eye', this is a common and natural way to say something is eye-catching or striking in a positive sense.
Her dress is very striking.
Means 'impressive' and is often used when something leaves a strong visual or emotional impression.
That painting was very striking.
Often used for vivid, brilliant colors or skillful, clear performances. Can imply striking brightness or clarity.
Striking red flowers are blooming in the garden.
Means 'to stand out' or 'to be prominent'. Often used when something is strikingly different from its surroundings.
His talent is striking.
Describing something that is striking because it is very different, surprising, or extreme in some way.
Means 'remarkable', 'striking', or 'conspicuous'. Often used for changes, differences, or progress that are very noticeable.
His growth is striking.
Similar to 著しい but slightly more formal and often used in written or academic contexts.
Means 'to stand out' or 'to be conspicuous'. Can be used for both positive and negative attention.
Expressing that two things or people look strikingly similar.
Describing a sharp or noticeable contrast between two things.
The English word 'striking' can also mean hitting, but this guide focuses on the 'noticeable/impressive' sense. Do not use 打つ (うつ, to hit) or similar verbs to express 'striking' in the sense of impressive.
There is a striking difference between the two.
彼は背が高くて目立つ。
He is tall and striking.
あの双子は瓜二つだ。
Those twins are strikingly alike.
The combination of red and green is a striking contrast.