Translation guide
A phrase used to indicate that two things are identical or equivalent. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with 〜と同じ (to onaji), but the exact phrasing depends on what is being compared.
Expressing that A is the same as B
The standard pattern for 'A is the same as B'. 同じ (onaji) is a special adjective that directly modifies nouns without な.
This book is the same as that book.
Saying that someone does the same thing or is in the same state
Used to say 'A also does ~ in the same way'. 同じように means 'in the same manner'.
I think the same way.
同じ (onaji) is a special adjective that directly modifies nouns without な. Saying 同じな is incorrect. Use 同じだ or 同じN.
the same book
彼の意見は私のと同じだ。
His opinion is the same as mine.
Use when specifying a noun that is the same. 同じ directly modifies the noun.
He goes to the same school as me.
This is the same dish as yesterday.
Used to say 'about the same as' in terms of degree or amount. くらい means 'approximately'.
This car is about as fast as that car.
Today is about as hot as yesterday.
A more formal or written equivalent of と同じだ. 同様 means 'same' or 'similar'.
The results are the same as last time.
Very formal, often used in legal or technical contexts to mean 'identical'.
This document is identical to the original.
He answered the same way.
A simple way to say 'A is the same too' or 'It's the same for A'.
It's the same for me. / Me too.
the same book (incorrect)
同じ is the most common and neutral. 同様 is slightly more formal and often used in writing. 同一 is very formal and emphasizes exact identity, often used in legal or technical contexts.