Translation guide
In baseball, an RBI hit is a hit that allows a runner to score a run. Japanese uses specific terms for this, often combining 'timely hit' or describing the situation directly.
The batter gets a hit and a runner scores as a result.
The most common and natural term for an RBI hit in Japanese baseball. It directly corresponds to 'timely hit' and is widely used in sports commentary and conversation.
彼はチャンスでタイムリーヒットを打った。
He got an RBI hit in a scoring opportunity.
A more formal or written term for a timely hit. Often used in newspaper articles or official statistics.
Literally 'a hit with an RBI'. This is a more descriptive phrase, less common than タイムリーヒット, but understandable.
彼は打点付きのヒットを放った。
He hit a hit with an RBI.
His timely hit won the game for the team.