Translation guide
A theodolite is a precision surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles. In Japanese, the standard term is セオドライト, with 経緯儀 used in technical contexts.
The standard term for a theodolite used in surveying and engineering.
The most common and widely understood term for a theodolite in Japanese. Used in both professional and educational settings.
測量士はセオドライトを使って角度を測定した。
The surveyor measured the angle using a theodolite.
A more technical or formal term, often used in official documents or by older professionals. Literally 'longitude-latitude instrument'.
This theodolite is suitable for high-precision surveying.