Translation guide
A short text that explains or clarifies something, often added to a document, form, or publication.
A brief note that explains or clarifies something in a document, form, or publication.
General term for an explanatory note or annotation, often used in formal or written contexts.
この書類には注釈が必要です。
This document needs an explanatory note.
Explanation or commentary; often used for notes that interpret or clarify content.
各章の終わりに解説が付いています。
An explanatory note is attached at the end of each chapter.
A written explanation or note, often found on forms or instructions.
申込書に説明書きを追加してください。
Please add an explanatory note to the application form.
A proviso or qualifying note, often used in legal or formal documents.
契約書に但し書きを入れる必要がある。
It is necessary to include an explanatory note in the contract.
A note placed at the bottom of a page or at the end of a document, providing additional information or citation.
Specifically a footnote; very common in academic or formal writing.
脚注に詳しい説明があります。
There is a detailed explanatory note in the footnote.
Endnote; less common than 脚注, used when notes are gathered at the end of a document.
A note from the editor or publisher, often clarifying or adding context.
Editor's note; commonly used in newspapers, magazines, or books.
編集注：この記事は先月のものです。
Explanatory note: This article is from last month.
Translator's note; used when the translator adds an explanation.
訳注：この言葉は日本語に直訳できません。
Translator's note: This word cannot be directly translated into Japanese.
注釈 is a specific note or annotation, often brief and factual. 解説 is a broader explanation or commentary, which may be longer and more interpretive.
説明書き is useful for notes on forms or instructions. It implies a written explanation that guides the reader.
下部の注釈をお読みください。
Please read the explanatory note at the bottom.
編集者が注釈を追加しました。
The editor added an explanatory note.
Please refer to the explanatory note in the endnotes.