Translation guide
The concept of 'earthing' refers to connecting an electrical system to the ground for safety, or more broadly, making a physical connection to the earth. This guide covers the technical electrical term and related expressions.
The act of connecting an electrical circuit or device to the earth to prevent electric shock or damage.
Making direct physical contact with the ground, often for health or spiritual reasons.
Literally 'to stand barefoot on the ground'. This is the most natural way to describe the act of earthing for health or mindfulness.
健康のために、毎朝裸足で地面に立っています。
For my health, I stand barefoot on the ground every morning.
接地 (せっち) is the formal technical term used in engineering and legal contexts. アース is a common loanword used in everyday language for the ground wire or connection. In casual speech, アースを取る is the most natural way to say 'to ground something'.
The English word 'earthing' can sometimes refer to a punishment where a child is grounded (not allowed to go out). This is not translated as 接地 or アース. Instead, use expressions like 外出禁止 (がいしゅつきんし) or 謹慎 (きんしん).
Be sure to ground this equipment.
接地工事が必要です。
Grounding work is required.
A common colloquial phrase meaning 'to ground' or 'to connect to earth'. Often used in everyday instructions for appliances.
洗濯機のアースを取ってください。
Please ground the washing machine.
The loanword 'earth' used as a noun meaning 'ground' or 'earth connection'. Often seen on outlets or in manuals.
このコンセントにはアース端子が付いています。
This outlet has a ground terminal.
The verb form of 接地, meaning 'to ground' or 'to earth'. Used in formal or technical writing.
アンテナを接地する必要がある。
It is necessary to ground the antenna.
The loanword 'earthing' used in wellness contexts. It is understood among those familiar with the practice, but may require explanation.
アーシングはストレスを軽減すると言われています。
Earthing is said to reduce stress.
A more poetic or spiritual expression meaning 'to connect with the earth'. Used in mindfulness or nature contexts.
森の中で地面とつながる感覚を味わった。
I experienced a feeling of connecting with the earth in the forest.