Translation guide
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy. In Japanese, this concept is often expressed through words related to health, happiness, and welfare, with nuances depending on context.
To refer to a person's overall state of being healthy and happy.
Primarily means 'health', but often used in contexts implying overall well-being, especially physical and mental health.
Well-being is the most important thing.
Means 'happiness' or 'well-being' in a more emotional or philosophical sense. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
To lead a life of well-being.
Refers to 'welfare' or 'well-being' in a social or public policy context. Not typically used for personal well-being.
Improvement of social well-being.
To emphasize psychological or emotional health.
To refer to well-being in a professional or corporate setting.
To express an individual's sense of satisfaction or fulfillment.
The English word 'well-being' is broad and abstract. In Japanese, it's often more natural to use specific terms like 健康 (health) or 幸福 (happiness) depending on context. The loanword ウェルビーイング is understood but can sound like corporate jargon.
The importance of psychological well-being.
The loanword 'well-being' is increasingly used in corporate wellness contexts, especially in HR and health initiatives.
Well-being management is gaining attention.
To value daily well-being.