Translation guide
A small mark (✓, ✔, etc.) used to indicate correctness, completion, or selection. In Japanese, this is commonly called チェックマーク, but other expressions exist depending on context.
put a check mark
Referring to the symbol itself, often in digital or paper contexts.
The most common and direct loanword for 'tick mark' or 'check mark'. Used in both digital and paper contexts.
Please put a check mark next to the correct items.
Short for チェックマーク. Often used as a verb (チェックする) meaning 'to check' or 'to mark'.
Specifically refers to the check mark used in Japanese grading or forms, shaped like a katakana 'レ'. Less common in modern digital contexts.
The action of putting a tick mark on something.
The most natural way to say 'put a check mark'. チェック can be replaced with チェックマーク.
Please check off each item on the list.
Similar to チェックを付ける, often used for checkboxes or forms.
Verb form meaning 'to check' or 'to mark with a tick'. Can also mean 'to verify'.
Please check this item.
Using a tick to indicate something is correct, often in educational settings.
In Japan, a circle (○) is used to mark correct answers, not a tick. However, in contexts where a tick is used (e.g., English tests), チェックマーク is appropriate.
In Japanese marking, ○ means correct, while ✓ may be unfamiliar or interpreted differently. Use チェックマーク when specifically referring to the tick symbol.
Please circle the correct answers. (lit. put a circle on correct answers)
Generic term for 'correct mark', could be a tick, circle, or other symbol.
In Japan, a circle (○) is the standard symbol for 'correct', while a tick (✓) may be used to indicate 'checked' or 'done', but not necessarily 'correct'. In English tests or international contexts, the tick is understood as correct. Be aware of this cultural difference when interpreting marks.
In Japan, a circle is used for correct answers, and a tick may be used for incorrect ones.
このボックスにチェックを入れてください。
Please put a check in this box.
Put a check mark on the answer sheet.
Please check the applicable box.
Use a check mark as the correct mark.