Translation guide
How to express that something is shown or measured at its real-world dimensions, not scaled up or down.
To say that an image, object, or representation is shown at its true, physical size.
Literally 'actual object size'. The most common and natural way to say 'actual size' or 'life-size' for objects, images, or models.
Literally 'original dimension size'. Often used in design, printing, or technical contexts to mean 'actual size' or 'full scale'.
Literally 'life-size' (body proportion). Used specifically for human figures, statues, or cutouts that are the same size as a real person.
To state that a given measurement is the actual, physical size of something, not a scaled value.
Literally 'actual size'. A straightforward and clear way to refer to the real dimensions of an object.
実際の大きさはどのくらいですか？
What is the actual size?
実物大 is the most general term for 'actual size' or 'life-size' and can be used for any object. 原寸大 is more technical and often used in printing or design. 等身大 is specifically for human-sized representations.
この写真は実物大です。
This photo is actual size.
実物大の模型が展示されている。
A life-size model is on display.
原寸大で印刷してください。
Please print at actual size.
等身大のフィギュアが欲しい。
I want a life-size figure.
It looks big on screen, but the actual size is small.
Literally 'actual measurement'. Often used in technical, manufacturing, or clothing contexts to refer to exact dimensions.
実寸を測ってください。
Please measure the actual size.