Translation guide
The English word "intensive" describes something that is concentrated, thorough, or demanding a lot of effort in a short time. In Japanese, there is no single direct equivalent; instead, different expressions are used depending on the context, such as intensive courses, intensive labor, or intensive care.
Describing a program or activity that packs a lot of content into a short period.
Often used as a prefix meaning 'intensive' or 'concentrated', as in 集中講義 (intensive lectures) or 集中トレーニング (intensive training).
夏休みに集中講義を受けた。
I took an intensive course during summer break.
Specifically means 'short-term intensive', commonly used for courses or programs.
短期集中コースで日本語を勉強した。
I studied Japanese in an intensive short-term course.
Loanword from English, often used in educational or business contexts, e.g., インテンシブコース.
この学校ではインテンシブクラスを開講している。
This school offers intensive classes.
Describing an activity that requires a lot of effort, focus, or resources.
An adjective meaning 'intensive' or 'concentrated', used for efforts, work, or attacks.
集中的な作業が必要だ。
Intensive work is needed.
Loanword meaning 'hard' or 'tough', often used for schedules or training.
Referring to specialized medical treatment for critically ill patients.
Standard term for 'intensive care' in medical contexts.
彼は集中治療室に運ばれた。
He was taken to the intensive care unit.
Describing farming methods that use a lot of labor or capital to increase yield.
Technical term for 'intensive agriculture'.
集約的農業は生産性が高い。
Intensive agriculture has high productivity.
There is no single Japanese word that covers all uses of 'intensive'. Using インテンシブ may not be understood in all contexts. Choose the appropriate term based on the specific meaning.
Means 'thorough' or 'exhaustive', often used for investigations or cleaning.
徹底的な調査を行った。
We conducted an intensive investigation.
I endured intensive training.