Translation guide
The English word "data" is widely used in Japanese as データ (dēta), a loanword from English. It covers most meanings of the English term, including digital data, information, and statistics. In more formal or technical contexts, native Japanese terms like 資料 (shiryō) or 情報 (jōhō) may be used.
The most common, everyday use of "data" in English, referring to information processed or stored by computers, or facts used for analysis.
The standard loanword for "data" in almost all contexts, from everyday conversation to technical fields. It is widely understood and used.
このデータを分析してください。
Please analyze this data.
データが消えてしまった。
The data has been deleted.
Means "information" and can be used when "data" refers to meaningful information, especially in formal or business contexts. It emphasizes the content rather than raw numbers.
個人情報を保護する必要があります。
We need to protect personal data.
Refers to "materials" or "documents" used for reference or research. It can translate "data" when it means collected documents or evidence.
会議の資料を準備しました。
I prepared the data for the meeting.
Referring to the data connection on a mobile device, as in "mobile data" or "data plan".
Directly translates "mobile data". Commonly used in smartphone settings and conversations about data usage.
モバイルデータをオフにしてください。
Please turn off mobile data.
Means "data communication" and is often used in technical contexts or when discussing data plans.
データ通信量が上限に達しました。
You have reached your data limit.
Data in the form of numbers, statistics, or figures used for analysis.
Again, データ is the most common and natural choice for numerical data.
統計データを見せてください。
Please show me the statistical data.
Means "numerical value" or "figure". It can be used when emphasizing the numeric aspect of data.
While 情報 can mean "data", it implies processed or meaningful information. For raw, unprocessed data, stick with データ.
決定するにはもっとデータが必要です。
I need more data to make a decision.
データは明確な傾向を示しています。
The data shows a clear trend.
Is this data accurate?