noun
appropriate word; apt expression; mot juste
Refers to the most suitable word or phrase for a given context, often used in discussions about writing, translation, or precise expression.
この文脈では「適語」を選ぶのが難しい。
In this context, it's difficult to choose the right word.
翻訳のときはいつも適語を探すのに苦労する。
When translating, I always struggle to find the mot juste.