Translation guide
The art or practice of magic, often associated with wizards, sorcery, or exceptional skill. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through words for magic, sorcery, or metaphorical phrases for extraordinary ability.
The practice of magic, typically by a wizard or sorcerer, in a fantasy or occult context.
Extraordinary ability or mastery in a non-magical field, often used metaphorically.
When 'wizardry' means exceptional skill, do not directly translate as 魔法 unless using the 〜の魔法 pattern. Instead, consider words like 神業 or 驚くべき技術 (astonishing skill).
He defeated the enemy with wizardry.
魔法の杖を振るう。
He wields a magic wand.
Refers to sorcery or magical arts, often with a more occult or ritualistic nuance than 魔法. Common in fantasy settings.
古代の魔術を研究する。
He studies ancient wizardry.
Bewitching or fairy-like magic, often with a sinister or mysterious connotation. Less common than 魔法 or 魔術.
妖術を使う魔女。
A witch who uses wizardry.
He solved the problem with programming wizardry.
Literally 'god-like work', used for feats of incredible skill that seem almost supernatural.
その職人の技は神業だ。
That craftsman's skill is wizardry.
Adjectival form meaning 'magical' or 'like wizardry', used to describe something astonishingly skillful.
彼の演奏は魔術的だ。
His performance is wizardry.