Translation guide
The English word 'graphics' covers a wide range of visual representations, from computer-generated images to diagrams and illustrations. This guide helps you choose the right Japanese term based on context.
グラフィックデザイン
graphic design
グラフ
chart/graph
Referring to images created or displayed on a computer, including video game graphics, CGI, and digital art.
The most common loanword for computer graphics, often used in gaming and digital media contexts. Can be used as a noun or in compounds like 3Dグラフィック.
このゲームのグラフィックはとてもきれいだ。
The graphics in this game are very beautiful.
Abbreviation for 'computer graphics', widely used in film, animation, and design. Often pronounced シージー.
この映画はCGを多用している。
This movie makes heavy use of CG.
The full term, more formal and technical. Used in academic or professional settings.
コンピュータグラフィックスの研究をしています。
I research computer graphics.
Referring to graphic design, illustrations, or visual elements used in print or digital media.
The standard term for graphic design as a field or practice.
彼女はグラフィックデザインを勉強している。
She is studying graphic design.
Refers to illustrations, plates, or figures in books or documents. More formal and often used in publishing.
Short for イラストレーション, commonly used for illustrations, especially hand-drawn or stylized ones.
Referring to graphical representations of data, such as charts, graphs, and diagrams.
The general term for graphs and charts. Use for bar charts, line graphs, etc.
このグラフは売上の推移を示している。
This graph shows the sales trend.
A broad term for diagrams, figures, or illustrations. Often used in academic or technical contexts.
図1を参照してください。
Please refer to Figure 1.
The English word 'graphics' is very broad. Directly translating it as グラフィックス may not always convey the intended meaning. Choose a more specific term based on context.
This book contains many illustrations.
この記事のイラストを描きました。
I drew the illustrations for this article.
Loanword for 'diagram', used for schematic or structural representations.
このダイアグラムはシステムの構造を表している。
This diagram shows the system structure.