Translation guide
A printing technique that simulates continuous-tone imagery using dots of varying size or spacing. In Japanese, the most common term is 網点 (amiten), but related concepts like halftone screens and halftone blocks have distinct terms.
The general concept of halftone printing, where images are reproduced using dots.
The standard term for halftone dots or the halftone process itself. Used in printing and graphic design contexts.
この画像は網点で印刷されています。
This image is printed in halftone.
Literally 'halftone printing'. Used when specifically referring to the printing method.
網点印刷は新聞や雑誌でよく使われます。
Halftone printing is often used in newspapers and magazines.
Loanword from English. Common in technical or design contexts, but 網点 is more standard in printing.
ハーフトーン処理を施す。
Apply halftone processing.
The grid or screen used to break an image into dots.
Refers to a halftone screen or halftone block. Historically used for the physical screen in photomechanical processes.
網目版を使って写真を印刷する。
Print a photo using a halftone screen.
A shorter term for halftone screen or halftone block. Often used in the context of screen printing or photogravure.
A physical printing plate or block that carries a halftone image.
Can refer to both the screen and the resulting printing plate. Context usually clarifies.
この網版は摩耗しているので、新しいものと交換してください。
This halftone block is worn, so please replace it with a new one.
Also used for the physical block, especially in traditional letterpress or photomechanical contexts.
In most everyday situations, 網点 (amiten) is the safest choice for 'halftone'. Use 網目版 or 網版 when specifically discussing the physical screen or printing plate. The loanword ハーフトーン is understood but may sound overly technical or like design jargon.
Changing the screen ruling of the halftone screen alters print quality.
網目版を作成するには、特殊な技術が必要です。
Creating a halftone block requires special skills.