Translation guide
A vernier is a small, precise measuring scale used on instruments like calipers and micrometers. This guide covers how to refer to the vernier scale and related tools in Japanese.
The small sliding scale that allows precise readings on a main scale.
The most common direct loanword for 'vernier scale'. Used in technical and everyday contexts.
バーニヤで0.02mmまで測れます。
You can measure down to 0.02 mm with the vernier.
The native Japanese term for 'vernier scale', literally 'auxiliary scale'. Common in technical manuals.
副尺の目盛りを読んでください。
Please read the vernier scale markings.
Full loanword phrase, often used in engineering contexts.
このバーニヤスケールは精密です。
This vernier scale is precise.
The instrument with a main scale and vernier scale for measuring dimensions.
The standard Japanese word for vernier calipers. Derived from German 'Nonius'. Used universally.
ノギスで外径を測ります。
I measure the outer diameter with vernier calipers.
Loanword from English, understood but less common than ノギス.
バーニヤキャリパーは高精度です。
Vernier calipers are highly accurate.
A micrometer that includes a vernier scale for finer readings.
Literally 'micrometer with vernier'. Standard technical term.
バーニヤ付きマイクロメーターで1μmまで読めます。
You can read down to 1 μm with a vernier micrometer.
While ノギス originally referred to vernier calipers, it is now commonly used for digital and dial calipers as well. If you need to specify vernier type, say アナログノギス or バーニヤ式ノギス.