Translation guide
Describes something large in volume, capacity, or quantity, such as clothing, hair, writing, or containers. Japanese expressions vary depending on what is being described.
voluminous (clothing)
voluminous (hair)
voluminous (book)
Describe garments, sleeves, skirts, or drapes that are generously cut or have ample fabric.
An adjective meaning ample, full, or generous in quantity. Commonly used for clothing with a lot of fabric.
She was wearing a voluminous skirt.
Means loose, relaxed, or roomy. Often used for comfortable, non-restrictive clothing.
This coat is voluminous and easy to move in.
Literally 'having volume'. A common loanword expression for describing fullness in fashion, hair, etc.
Describe hair that appears abundant, puffy, or has substantial volume.
The most direct and common way to say hair has volume. Used in beauty contexts.
Describe a text, report, or correspondence that is extensive in length or content.
Describe a bag, box, room, or vessel with large capacity.
Means 'large capacity'. The standard way to describe a container that holds a lot.
The English word 'voluminous' covers many concepts. In Japanese, you must choose the right word for the specific context. Using ボリューム for a book sounds odd; use 大部 or 膨大 instead.
A blouse characterized by voluminous sleeves.
Her hair is always voluminous.
Describes something soft, airy, and fluffy. Often used for gently voluminous hair.
I want to get a voluminous perm.
He authored a voluminous history book.
Means enormous, vast, or massive. Used for huge amounts of data, documents, or content.
He left behind a voluminous amount of letters.
Means very long or lengthy. More formal and less common, used for extremely long texts.
It took several days to read the voluminous report.
A voluminous bag is convenient for travel.
A phrase meaning 'holds a lot' or 'can fit a generous amount'. Casual and descriptive.
This pouch is more voluminous than it looks.