Translation guide
The English adverb 'verbatim' means 'in exactly the same words as were used originally'. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through various adverbs, phrases, and grammatical patterns that emphasize exact reproduction of speech or text.
Literally 'one character, one phrase'. This is the most direct equivalent, meaning 'word for word, verbatim'. Commonly used in formal and written contexts.
I transcribed his speech verbatim.
Please check the contents of the contract verbatim.
Means 'as it is' or 'just like that'. Very common in spoken Japanese to indicate something is repeated exactly without alteration.
I will convey his words verbatim.
Please copy this text verbatim.
An adverb meaning 'literally' or 'verbatim', often used in academic or technical contexts to describe word-for-word translation or quotation.
This part is translated verbatim.
Similar to 一字一句 but emphasizes spoken words ('one word, one phrase'). Often used for quoting speech exactly.
I remember his statement verbatim.
Means 'as in the original text'. Used specifically for written sources to indicate no changes were made.
Please keep the quotation verbatim.
Emphasizing that spoken words are repeated exactly as heard, often in reporting or recalling conversations.
An emphatic version of そのまま, meaning 'exactly as it is'. Often used in casual speech to stress verbatim repetition.
Tell me what he said verbatim.
A pattern meaning 'without differing a single word from...'. Used to assert that something matches the original exactly.
一字一句 is more formal and emphasizes exactness down to each character, suitable for legal or academic contexts. そのまま is versatile and natural in everyday conversation, meaning 'as is' without alteration.
Copy verbatim with precision.
Tell what you heard verbatim.
There is no single Japanese word that directly translates 'verbatim' in all contexts. Using バーベイタム would not be understood. Choose the appropriate phrase based on formality and medium (spoken vs written).
She repeated the instructions verbatim.
Can you quote him verbatim?
His testimony was verbatim the same as last time.