Translation guide
The English word 'temperate' has two main uses: describing mild, moderate climates, and describing a person's self-restrained, moderate behavior. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for both.
Describing weather or climate that is mild, moderate, without extremes of heat or cold.
The most common and natural word for a temperate climate. It implies mild, warm, and comfortable weather, often used for regions.
This region has a temperate climate.
In temperate regions, it hardly snows even in winter.
Similar to 温暖, but can also describe a mild, gentle personality. For climate, it emphasizes pleasant, mild conditions.
This country is blessed with a temperate climate.
Literally 'the climate is calm/mild'. A natural phrase to describe temperate weather.
The climate here is temperate all year round.
Refers specifically to the temperate zone (climate classification). More technical/geographical.
Japan belongs to the temperate zone.
Describing a person's character or actions as moderate, avoiding extremes, especially in habits or desires.
Means 'to have moderation' or 'to be temperate'. It implies self-control and avoiding excess, especially in eating, drinking, or spending.
He is a temperate person and doesn't drink too much.
I try to lead a temperate life.
Means 'modest', 'reserved', or 'moderate'. Often used for behavior, speech, or consumption. It suggests not being excessive or showy.
Means 'ascetic' or 'abstinent'. Stronger than 'temperate', implying strict self-denial, often for moral or religious reasons.
Both mean mild climate, but 温暖 is more common and specifically refers to warm, mild temperatures. 温和 can also describe personality, so context matters. For climate, 温暖 is the safer choice.
温帯 is a technical term for the temperate zone. Using it to describe weather or a person's behavior would be unnatural. Stick to 温暖 for climate and 節度がある for behavior.
彼女はお酒を控えめにしている。
She is temperate with alcohol.
A temperate attitude makes a good impression.
He leads a temperate, almost ascetic life.