Translation guide
The concept of bringing separate parts together into a single whole. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 統一 (tōitsu), used for unifying ideas, systems, countries, or standards. Other expressions cover merging organizations, combining elements, or integrating systems.
Expressing the act of making disparate things into one unified whole, often in political, ideological, or systemic contexts.
The most common and versatile word for unification. Used for unifying countries, opinions, standards, theories, etc. Can be used as a noun or verb (suru).
ドイツは1990年に統一された。
Germany was unified in 1990.
意見を統一する必要がある。
We need to unify our opinions.
Often used for integrating systems, organizations, or data. Implies combining into a functional whole, common in business and technology.
二つの会社が統合された。
The two companies were merged.
システムの統合を進めている。
We are proceeding with system integration.
Emphasizes becoming one body or entity. Used for physical or conceptual merging, often in technical or formal contexts.
両国は経済的に一体化しつつある。
The two countries are becoming economically integrated.
Specifically referring to the joining of companies, teams, or institutions.
The standard term for corporate mergers. Also used for merging municipalities or organizations.
その銀行は合併して大きくなった。
That bank grew by merging.
Also used for organizational integration, but broader than 合併. Often implies functional integration rather than just legal merger.
Bringing together various parts, factors, or elements to form a single entity.
Means combining or joining things together. Often used in technical contexts (chemistry, computing) but also for abstract unions.
これらの要素を結合して新しい製品を作る。
We combine these elements to create a new product.
Implies blending or fusing together, often used for cultures, ideas, or technologies. Has a nuance of harmonious integration.
Bringing disparate things under one rule, system, or standard.
Means centralizing or unifying under a single authority or system. Common in administrative or management contexts.
情報を一元化して管理する。
We manage information by centralizing it.
Also used for standardizing or unifying rules, formats, etc.
統一 (tōitsu) is the most general term for unification of ideas, countries, or standards. 統合 (tōgō) emphasizes integration of systems or organizations into a functional whole. 合併 (gappei) is specifically for legal mergers of companies or municipalities.
部署の統合が行われた。
The departments were consolidated.
伝統と現代技術の融合がこの作品の特徴だ。
The fusion of tradition and modern technology characterizes this work.
書式を統一してください。
Please standardize the format.