Translation guide
The English word "turnout" has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common ones for learners: attendance at an event, a result or outcome, and a place where a road widens or a vehicle can turn. It also touches on specialized uses like clothing, equipment, and dance.
Expressing how many people came to an event, gathering, or election
voter turnout · high turnout · low turnout · turnout at the concert
Literally 'number of participants'. Neutral and widely used for events, meetings, etc.
The turnout for yesterday's event was large.
Specifically 'number of attendees', often for formal gatherings or classes.
The turnout at the meeting was low.
Specifically 'voter turnout' in elections.
The voter turnout in this election was low.
A more casual way to say 'people gathered' or 'turnout was good', focusing on the action.
The turnout was better than expected.
Describing how something turned out, the final result
General word for 'result' or 'outcome'. Works in most contexts.
The turnout of the election was surprising.
Emphasizes the fruits or achievements, often positive.
Used when asking about or predicting the outcome. 'How it turns out'.
Let's see how the turnout goes.
Referring to a turnout on a road, a passing place, or a lay-by
Standard term for a turnout or passing place on a narrow road.
I used a turnout on the narrow road to let the car pass.
Similar to 待避所, sometimes used for emergency turnouts.
Descriptive phrase: 'a place where the road widens'. Not a fixed term but understandable.
Describing a person's set of clothes or gear, often stylish or for a specific purpose
General word for attire or dress. Can imply turnout in the sense of how someone is dressed.
His turnout today is very stylish.
Refers to equipment or gear, often for outdoor activities or military.
A slightly literary or old-fashioned word for one's appearance or attire.
Referring to the outward rotation of the legs in ballet
French term used in ballet worldwide, including Japan. Means 'outward'.
Turnout is important in ballet.
Descriptive phrase: 'outward rotation from the hip joint'. Used in instructional contexts.
There is no single Japanese word that covers all meanings of 'turnout'. Always choose the word that matches the specific meaning you intend.
参加者数 is for participants in any event, while 出席者数 implies a roll-call or formal attendance, like in a meeting or class.
The turnout at the protest was huge.
We were surprised by the low turnout.
The turnout of the project was excellent.
We took a break at a turnout on the mountain road.
Wait at that turnout where the road widens.
I got my hiking turnout ready.
彼のいでたちは立派だった。
His turnout was splendid.
Please be conscious of your turnout.