Translation guide
The adverb 'unanimously' describes a situation where everyone in a group agrees on a decision or opinion. In Japanese, this is expressed through specific adverbs, set phrases, or by describing the state of agreement.
The proposal was passed unanimously.
Formal, standard expression.
To express that a decision, vote, or opinion was made with everyone in agreement, without any dissent.
Literally 'with the whole place in agreement'. This is the most direct and common way to say 'unanimously' in formal contexts like meetings, committees, or official votes.
The proposal was passed unanimously.
He was unanimously elected chairperson.
Literally 'with all members in agreement'. Similar to 満場一致で, but emphasizes the agreement of all members rather than the whole assembly. Common in official minutes and reports.
The committee unanimously approved the plan.
Literally 'with all members agreeing'. Slightly less formal than 全会一致で, but still used in official settings. Can be used for smaller groups.
The decision was made unanimously.
Literally 'without objection'. Used when a decision is passed without anyone raising an objection, implying unanimity. Common in meeting minutes.
The motion was approved unanimously (without objection).
Literally 'with everyone agreeing'. A more descriptive phrase that explicitly states everyone agreed. Less formal and more conversational.
Everyone agreed, and the proposal was passed unanimously.
To express that everyone shares the same opinion or feeling, not necessarily in a formal vote.
Literally 'aligning mouths'. Used when multiple people say the same thing, often in unison or with one voice. Implies strong agreement.
They unanimously opposed the plan (they all said the same thing).
Everyone unanimously praised his success.
Literally 'everyone'. Used with a verb of agreement or opinion to express that everyone feels the same way. More conversational.
Everyone unanimously agreed with that opinion.
Literally 'with everyone having the same opinion'. A straightforward, descriptive phrase. Can be used in both formal and informal settings.
These three phrases are very similar and often interchangeable. 満場一致 (manjō icchi) emphasizes the entire assembly or venue, 全会一致 (zenkai icchi) emphasizes all members of a group, and 全員一致 (zen'in icchi) emphasizes every individual. In practice, 満場一致 is the most common for formal decisions.
passed unanimously (by the whole assembly)
passed unanimously (by all members)
passed unanimously (by every individual)
There is no single Japanese adverb that directly corresponds to 'unanimously' in all contexts. Avoid trying to translate it word-for-word. Instead, use the set phrases or descriptive expressions provided.
unanimously (formal)
Everyone was of the same opinion, so the discussion ended quickly.