Translation guide
The English word 'techniques' refers to methods, skills, or ways of doing something. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 技術 (gijutsu), but depending on context, other words like テクニック (tekunikku), 手法 (shuhō), or 技 (waza) may be more natural. This guide helps you choose the right expression.
Referring to techniques in a general, often technical or professional context, such as 'management techniques' or 'new techniques'.
The most common and versatile word for 'technique' or 'technology'. It covers skills, methods, and technical know-how in fields like engineering, art, sports, etc.
新しい技術を開発した。
We developed a new technique.
彼は優れた技術を持っている。
He has excellent techniques.
Loanword from English, often used for specific, practical techniques, especially in sports, arts, or personal skills. Slightly more casual than 技術.
料理のテクニックを学ぶ。
Learn cooking techniques.
Refers to a method or approach, often in a systematic or professional context like research, business, or art. Emphasizes the 'way' of doing something.
新しいマーケティング手法を導入する。
Introduce new marketing techniques.
Referring to a specific physical technique, such as a move in sports, martial arts, or a performance skill.
Used for a specific technique or move, especially in martial arts, sports, or traditional arts. Often implies a refined skill.
彼は新しい技を覚えた。
He learned a new technique.
柔道の技を練習する。
Practice judo techniques.
Also common for physical techniques, especially in modern sports or dance. Often interchangeable with 技 but sounds more contemporary.
Emphasizing the procedural or methodological aspect, like 'a technique for solving problems'.
General word for 'method' or 'way'. Often used when 'technique' means a systematic approach.
問題を解決する方法を教えてください。
Please teach me a technique for solving problems.
More casual than 方法, meaning 'way of doing'. Suitable for everyday techniques or personal methods.
Referring to techniques in traditional arts, crafts, or fine arts, like painting or pottery.
Specifically refers to artistic or craft techniques. Used in contexts like painting, sculpture, ceramics, etc.
この絵画の技法は素晴らしい。
The technique of this painting is wonderful.
技術 (gijutsu) is the broadest term, covering technology and systematic skills. テクニック (tekunikku) is more about practical, often personal, skills. 技 (waza) is for specific moves or feats, especially in traditional or physical contexts. Use 技術 for professional/technical fields, テクニック for modern sports or casual skills, and 技 for martial arts or performance moves.
While テクニック is common, it can sound like unnecessary English loanword use in formal or traditional contexts. In academic or technical writing, prefer 技術 or 手法.
サッカーのテクニックを磨く。
Polish soccer techniques.
彼のやり方は独特だ。
His technique is unique.