Translation guide
The English word 'uncut' can refer to physical objects that have not been cut, or to media such as films that are presented without edits. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for these meanings.
Describing something that has not been cut, such as hair, fabric, or a physical object.
A straightforward way to say something has not been cut. It is the negative passive form of 切る (to cut).
This cloth is still uncut.
Used when the subject (person) has not cut something. It implies an intentional action.
He hasn't cut his hair yet.
A technical term meaning 'uncut' or 'unsevered', used in manufacturing or engineering contexts.
Please check the uncut cables.
Referring to a version of a film, book, or other media that has not been edited or censored.
Commonly used for uncut or unedited versions of videos, especially in contexts like adult content or raw footage.
Did you watch the uncut version of this movie?
A loanword from English 'no cut', widely used for uncut versions of films, broadcasts, or recordings.
Means 'complete edition' and often implies an uncut or full-length version, though it can also refer to a version with extra content.
Refers to the original version, which may be uncut compared to later edited releases.
The original version is uncut.
Referring to a male who has not undergone circumcision.
The standard medical/formal phrase meaning 'not circumcised'.
Medical term for phimosis, sometimes used colloquially to refer to an uncircumcised state, but can be misleading or clinical.
This term specifically means phimosis (tight foreskin) and is not a direct equivalent of 'uncut'. Use with care.
Both mean 'uncut' for media, but 無修正 often implies 'uncensored' (especially for adult content), while ノーカット simply means no scenes were cut. 完全版 suggests a complete edition, possibly with added content.
The uncensored version of this anime can only be seen overseas.
The uncut broadcast was aired late at night.
The uncut version is included on the DVD.
The uncut version includes deleted scenes.
He is uncircumcised. (colloquial, but literally 'He has phimosis.')