Translation guide
The English word 'drilling' can refer to making holes with a tool, repetitive practice, or military exercises. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
To bore a hole using a drill or similar tool
To practice something repeatedly to improve a skill
General verb for practicing. Can be used for drilling skills when context implies repetition.
毎日漢字を練習する。
I drill kanji every day.
A structured military practice session
General phrase meaning 'to make a hole'. Used for drilling holes in walls, wood, etc.
壁に穴を開ける。
I drill a hole in the wall.
Specifies using a drill tool. Common in DIY contexts.
ドリルで板に穴を開けた。
I drilled a hole in the board with a drill.
Technical term for perforating or drilling, used in engineering or medical contexts.
歯科医が歯を穿孔する。
The dentist drills into the tooth.
Explicitly means 'repetitive practice'. Closer to the nuance of drilling.
基本動作を反復練習する。
We drill the basic movements.
Uses the loanword 'drill' for workbook-style exercises, common in educational settings.
計算ドリルをする。
I do calculation drills.
Literally 'to hammer in', meaning to drill knowledge or skills into someone through rigorous repetition. Can sound harsh.
新人に手順を叩き込む。
We drill the procedures into the new employees.
General term for training or drill, used in military and other contexts.
軍隊の訓練は厳しい。
Military drilling is tough.
Specifically refers to military exercises or maneuvers.
大規模な軍事演習が行われた。
A large-scale military drill was conducted.
Older term for military drill or training, often associated with pre-WWII era.
兵士たちは教練を受けた。
The soldiers underwent drilling.