Translation guide
The English word "breadth" refers to width, extent, or range. This guide helps learners express these ideas naturally in Japanese, covering physical width, scope of knowledge, and figurative range.
Describing the width of an object or space.
The most common word for physical width. Used for objects, roads, rivers, etc.
この川の幅はどのくらいですか。
What is the breadth of this river?
机の幅を測ってください。
Please measure the breadth of the desk.
Specifically horizontal width, often used for screens, furniture, or when distinguishing from height.
このテレビの横幅は120センチです。
The breadth of this TV is 120 cm.
Referring to the wide range of someone's knowledge, experience, or interests.
Noun meaning 'breadth' or 'wide range', often used with 知識 (knowledge) or 経験 (experience).
彼の知識の幅広さには驚かされる。
I am amazed by the breadth of his knowledge.
Common phrase meaning 'broad knowledge'. 幅広い is an adjective meaning 'wide-ranging'.
彼女は幅広い知識を持っている。
She has a breadth of knowledge.
Can mean 'spread' or 'expanse', used metaphorically for the breadth of something abstract.
Describing the comprehensive nature of something, like a survey or curriculum.
Means 'extensiveness' or 'comprehensiveness', suitable for formal contexts.
この調査の広範さは評価に値する。
The breadth of this survey is commendable.
Phrase meaning 'covering a wide range', often used to modify nouns.
広範囲にわたるカリキュラムを提供しています。
We offer a curriculum of great breadth.
彼の興味の広がりは無限だ。
The breadth of his interests is limitless.