Translation guide
The English word "flowering" can refer to the process of a plant producing flowers, or metaphorically to a period of thriving or development. This guide covers both literal and figurative uses, with natural Japanese expressions.
Describing a plant that is blooming or in the process of blooming.
Describing a person, culture, or field that is flourishing or reaching a peak.
Same word as literal flowering, but used metaphorically for talents, culture, or abilities blossoming.
When using 'flowering' figuratively, do not directly translate with 花 (flower) unless the metaphor is clear. 開花 is safe, but 花が咲く is usually only literal.
開花する can be used both literally and figuratively. It is slightly formal and common in writing. In casual speech, 花が咲く is preferred for literal blooming.
The cherry blossoms will be flowering soon.
この植物は春に開花します。
This plant flowers in spring.
Common phrase meaning 'flowers bloom'. This is the most natural way to say a plant is flowering in everyday conversation.
庭のバラが花を咲かせている。
The roses in the garden are flowering.
この木は夏に花が咲きます。
This tree flowers in summer.
Noun meaning 'flowering season' or 'blooming period'. Used when referring to the time when a plant flowers.
開花期は地域によって異なります。
The flowering period varies by region.
Noun meaning 'in full bloom' or 'at the peak of flowering'. Emphasizes the state of being covered in flowers.
公園は今、花盛りです。
The park is now in full flower.
彼女の才能が開花した。
Her talent has flowered.
ルネサンス期に芸術が開花した。
Art flowered during the Renaissance.
Verb meaning 'to bloom' or 'to open up', often used figuratively for potential or culture.
彼の努力がついに花開いた。
His efforts finally flowered.
Noun meaning 'prosperity' or 'flourishing'. Used for societies, economies, or organizations thriving.
この都市は文化の繁栄で知られている。
This city is known for its cultural flowering.
Noun meaning 'prosperity' or 'flourishing', often used for historical periods or dynasties.
唐の時代に詩が隆盛を極めた。
Poetry reached its flowering during the Tang dynasty.