Translation guide
Describes something that has high status, respect, or honor. In Japanese, this is often expressed through adjectives like 名高い or 格式高い, or by describing the reputation directly.
To describe a person, institution, or thing that is widely respected and admired.
Literally 'name-high', meaning famous and respected. Often used for institutions, awards, or historical figures.
彼は名高い大学の教授です。
He is a professor at a prestigious university.
Emphasizes formality, tradition, and high social standing. Suitable for establishments, ceremonies, or families.
そのホテルは格式高いことで知られている。
That hotel is known for being prestigious.
Means 'first-class' or 'top-tier'. Often used for companies, restaurants, or professionals.
彼女は一流の弁護士だ。
She is a prestigious lawyer.
A more literary term meaning 'highly honored' or 'glorious'. Used in formal or written contexts.
誉れ高い賞を受賞した。
They received a prestigious award.
To emphasize the reputation or fame that commands respect.
Literally 'having fame/reputation'. A straightforward way to say prestigious.
名声のある学校に入学した。
I entered a prestigious school.
Means 'having authority/prestige'. Often used for academic journals, experts, or institutions.
権威のある学術誌に論文が掲載された。
The paper was published in a prestigious academic journal.
To describe something that is associated with high social class or exclusivity.
Means 'high-class' or 'luxury'. Commonly used for brands, restaurants, or residential areas.
高級なレストランで食事をした。
We dined at a prestigious restaurant.
Refers to a distinguished family, school, or organization with a long history of excellence.
There is no single Japanese adjective that covers all uses of 'prestigious'. Instead, choose an expression based on whether you mean famous, high-class, authoritative, or traditional. Using プレステージャス (puresutējasu) is not natural.
彼は名門の家系の出身だ。
He comes from a prestigious family.