Translation guide
The English word 'clamor' can refer to a loud noise, a strong public demand, or the act of shouting. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Describing a loud, confused noise made by a group of people.
General term for noise or din, often unpleasant. Can be used for clamor in the sense of loud, disturbing sound.
Describing the act of many people shouting loudly, often in protest or excitement.
Expressing a loud, persistent demand from the public or a group.
Public opinion. Often used in contexts where 'clamor' means widespread public demand.
The English word 'clamor' covers both noise and demand. In Japanese, different words are used for each nuance. Do not try to use one word for all meanings.
工事の騒音がうるさい。
The clamor of the construction work is annoying.
Refers to the hustle and bustle or clamor of a crowded place. Often used for lively, noisy environments.
都会の喧騒から離れて暮らしたい。
I want to live away from the clamor of the city.
A stir or commotion; a sudden clamor from a crowd reacting to something. Often used for gasps or murmurs of surprise.
彼が登場すると、会場にどよめきが起こった。
When he appeared, a clamor arose in the hall.
Literally 'fight' or 'quarrel', but can imply a noisy argument or clamor. Use only when the clamor involves conflict.
隣の部屋から喧嘩の声が聞こえる。
I can hear the clamor of an argument from the next room.
Shouts or yelling. Can be used for a clamor of voices.
群衆の叫び声が広場に響いた。
The clamor of the crowd echoed in the square.
Angry shouts or roar. Implies a clamor of rage or fury.
議会は怒号に包まれた。
The assembly was filled with clamor.
To shout loudly. Describes the action of clamoring.
彼らは大声で叫んで抗議した。
They clamored in protest, shouting loudly.
世論の高まりを受けて、政府は方針を変えた。
In response to the public clamor, the government changed its policy.
Demand or request. When combined with '強い' (strong) or '声' (voice), it conveys clamor.
改革を求める声が高まっている。
The clamor for reform is growing.
To shout or cry out. Figuratively used for clamoring for something.
人々は正義を叫んだ。
The people clamored for justice.
Literally 'grand chorus', used metaphorically for a clamor of voices all saying the same thing.
値下げを求める消費者の大合唱が起きた。
There was a clamor from consumers demanding lower prices.