Translation guide
The opening section of a speech, text, or event, often setting the stage or providing context.
The initial part of a talk or lecture that introduces the topic.
A preliminary remark or introduction before the main topic. Commonly used in speeches and presentations.
前置きが長すぎると、聴衆は飽きてしまう。
If the introductory part is too long, the audience will get bored.
The introductory section or lead-in, often used in formal contexts like academic papers or structured presentations.
この論文の導入部では、研究の背景を説明する。
In the introductory part of this paper, the background of the research is explained.
A formal introduction, typically used for the introductory chapter of a thesis or book.
序論で問題提起を行う。
The problem is presented in the introductory part.
The beginning section of a written piece that introduces the content.
A preface or foreword, often written by the author or someone else, introducing the book.
この本の序文には、著者の思いが綴られている。
The author's thoughts are written in the introductory part of this book.
A common heading for an introductory section in books or manuals, equivalent to 'Introduction'.
A foreword or preface, similar to 序文 but slightly less formal; can also refer to an introductory note.
The opening segment of an event, such as a ceremony or meeting, often including greetings or opening remarks.
Opening address or greeting at a ceremony or meeting.
開会の挨拶で、社長が今回のイベントの趣旨を説明した。
In the introductory part, the president explained the purpose of this event.
Loanword from English, used for the opening part of events, shows, or ceremonies.
オープニングでは、有名な歌手が歌を披露した。
In the introductory part, a famous singer performed a song.
The opening section of a song or composition, often instrumental.
Short for 'introduction', commonly used in music contexts for the intro of a song.
この曲のイントロはピアノで始まる。
The introductory part of this song starts with piano.
Musical prelude or introduction, more formal than イントロ.
前置き is a casual preliminary remark, often used in everyday conversation or informal speeches. 導入部 is a structured introductory section in formal presentations or documents. 序論 is the formal introduction of an academic thesis or book, outlining the argument.
In many contexts, Japanese uses specific terms like 前置き or 序文 rather than a literal translation. Using 紹介部分 (しょうかいぶぶん) would sound unnatural.
If you read the introductory part, you will understand the purpose of this book.
前書きで謝辞を述べる。
Acknowledgments are given in the introductory part.
前奏が終わると、歌手が歌い始める。
When the introductory part ends, the singer starts singing.