Translation guide
How to express the idea of a trial, practice attempt, or preliminary test in Japanese.
Doing something as a trial to see how it works or to practice before the real thing.
Literally 'trial operation', used for test runs of vehicles, machines, or systems.
Practicing a performance, presentation, or process from start to finish.
A preliminary test to check for problems before the actual event or implementation.
A test run of the bullet train was conducted.
Loanword from English, commonly used in sports, software, or casual contexts.
I did a test run of the app.
A natural phrase meaning 'try doing it as a test'. Very common for general trial attempts.
I did a test run of the new recipe.
Means 'conduct on a trial basis', more formal, used in business or official settings.
We are doing a test run of the new system.
Standard term for rehearsal in theater, music, events. Often shortened to リハ.
Let's do a test run of the presentation.
Specifically a full run-through rehearsal in traditional performing arts or theater.
Today we'll do a full test run.
Often used for dress rehearsals or dry runs of ceremonies, drills, or formal events.
We had a test run of the graduation ceremony.
Similar to 予行演習 but slightly less formal, used for practice runs of events.
We did a test run of the sports day.