Translation guide
The English word 'fixation' can refer to an obsessive focus, a psychological attachment, or the act of securing something in place. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Expressing an unhealthy or excessive focus on a particular thing, idea, or person.
A formal noun meaning 'fixation' or 'adherence' to an idea or method. Often used in psychological or analytical contexts.
彼は自分の意見に固執している。
He has a fixation on his own opinion.
A common verb meaning 'to be fixated on' or 'to be particular about'. Can be used for both positive and negative fixations.
彼女は細かいことにこだわる。
She has a fixation on small details.
A verb meaning 'to be attached to' or 'to cling to', often with a negative connotation of unhealthy obsession.
彼は過去の失敗に執着している。
He is fixated on past failures.
Loanword from English, used specifically for sexual fixations or fetishes.
彼は足にフェティッシュがある。
He has a foot fixation.
Referring to a strong emotional attachment formed in early childhood, as in Freudian theory.
The standard psychological term for 'fixation' in Freudian theory. Used in academic and clinical contexts.
口唇期の固着が原因かもしれない。
It might be caused by an oral fixation.
Describing the physical act of attaching, fastening, or stabilizing something.
General term for 'fixing' or 'securing' something in place. Can be used as a noun or verb (固定する).
骨をプレートで固定する手術を受けた。
I had surgery for fixation of the bone with a plate.
Medical term for 'fixation' or 'retention', often used in dentistry or orthopedics.
矯正治療後に保定装置を使います。
After orthodontic treatment, a fixation device is used.
Describing a steady, unwavering gaze.
A common phrase meaning 'to stare fixedly' or 'to gaze intently'.
彼は一点をじっと見つめていた。
He had a fixation on a single point.
A formal noun meaning 'staring' or 'gaze fixation'. Often used in written descriptions.
彼の凝視に気づいた。
I noticed his fixation (staring).
固執 (こしつ) emphasizes stubborn adherence to an idea or method, while 執着 (しゅうちゃく) implies emotional clinging or attachment. Use 固執 for opinions and 執着 for people or past events.
彼は自分のやり方に固執する。
He fixates on his own way of doing things.
彼女は元彼に執着している。
She is fixated on her ex-boyfriend.