Translation guide
The complementary dual forces in Chinese philosophy and their Japanese expressions.
Referring to the dualistic principle of yin and yang in East Asian thought.
The standard term for yin and yang as a philosophical concept. Used in academic, spiritual, and everyday contexts.
Using yin and yang metaphorically to describe any pair of contrasting yet interconnected forces or qualities.
Literally 'yin and yang', used metaphorically like in English. Common in everyday speech.
彼らは陰と陽のような関係だ。
They have a yin-and-yang kind of relationship.
Referring to yin and yang in the context of Kampo (traditional Japanese medicine) or holistic health.
The word 陰陽 is usually read いんよう in modern Japanese. The reading おんみょう appears mainly in historical or esoteric contexts like 陰陽師 (おんみょうじ, yin-yang master).
陰陽のバランスが大切です。
The balance of yin and yang is important.
The Way of Yin and Yang, a traditional Japanese esoteric cosmology and divination system. More specific than just the concept.
陰陽道は中国から伝わりました。
Onmyōdō was introduced from China.
A yin-yang relationship. Slightly more formal or analytical.
この二つの要素は陰陽の関係にある。
These two elements are in a yin-yang relationship.
Used in Kampo and macrobiotics to describe body types, foods, and conditions.
この食材は陰陽で言うと「陰」です。
In terms of yin and yang, this ingredient is 'yin'.