Translation guide
The set of technical terms used in a particular field. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with 用語 (yōgo) or 専門用語 (senmon yōgo).
What is the terminology for this?
I don't understand the terminology.
The most common and general word for 'terminology' or 'term'. Can be used for any field.
The terminology in this field is difficult.
I'm studying medical terminology.
Explicitly means 'specialized terminology'. Use when you want to emphasize the technical nature.
There's too much specialized terminology; I can't understand it.
A more formal or academic word for technical terms, often used in specific disciplines like medicine or law.
I look up legal terminology.
Referring to the discipline or methodology of naming and defining concepts within a field.
Refers to the usage or system of terminology, often in linguistics or standardization contexts.
This dictionary has consistent terminology.
Loanword from English, used in academic or professional contexts about the study of terminology itself.
The study of terminology is important.
While 言葉 (kotoba) means 'word' or 'language' in general, 用語 specifically refers to terms used in a particular field. Use 用語 when you want to sound precise about technical vocabulary.
It's terminology not used in everyday conversation.