Translation guide
The English word 'list' covers several distinct concepts: a written series of items, a lean or tilt, and a desire or inclination. This guide helps learners choose the right Japanese expression for each meaning.
A record of items, names, or things, often in order.
Common loanword for 'list' in everyday contexts, like shopping lists or to-do lists.
When something is not upright but slanted, especially a ship.
A personal wish or leaning toward something.
One's intention or inclination, often used in formal contexts.
The English word 'list' sounds similar to 'least', but they are different. 'Least' means 最小 (さいしょう) or 最も少ない (もっともすくない).
買い物リストを作った。
I made a shopping list.
A list or table for reference, often used in formal or informational contexts like price lists or member lists.
価格一覧を確認してください。
Please check the price list.
A table or chart; can mean a list when presented in tabular form.
時間割の表を見て。
Look at the timetable list.
Specifically a list of names, like a roster or register.
クラスの名簿を配った。
I handed out the class list.
Intransitive verb meaning 'to lean' or 'to tilt'. Used for objects or ships.
船が左に傾いている。
The ship is listing to the left.
Transitive verb meaning 'to tilt' something.
彼は頭を傾けて考えた。
He tilted his head and thought.
Noun meaning 'inclination' or 'slope', used in technical or formal contexts.
この道路の傾斜は急だ。
The list of this road is steep.
彼の意向を聞いてみよう。
Let's ask his list (inclination).