Translation guide
The English word 'resolution' has several distinct meanings. This guide covers the most common ones for learners: a firm decision, solving a problem, screen/image clarity, and formal proposals. Each meaning uses different Japanese expressions.
Expressing a strong personal commitment to do or not do something, often at a specific time like New Year's.
New Year's resolution · I made a resolution to exercise more. · She kept her resolution.
A firm decision or determination. Often used for personal resolutions or vows.
新年の決意を立てた。
I made a New Year's resolution.
彼は留学を決意した。
He resolved to study abroad.
Making up one's mind; often implies a resolution after hesitation.
禁煙を決心した。
I resolved to quit smoking.
To decide in one's heart; a more emotional or personal resolution.
彼女は心に決めたことをやり遂げた。
She accomplished what she had resolved in her heart.
Talking about finding a solution to an issue, conflict, or difficulty.
conflict resolution · the resolution of the issue · dispute resolution
The most common word for resolution of a problem, issue, or conflict.
問題の解決に時間がかかった。
The resolution of the problem took time.
紛争の平和的解決を目指す。
We aim for a peaceful resolution of the dispute.
Resolution in the sense of dissolving or eliminating something like stress, a backlog, or a relationship.
Used for situations settling down or coming to an end, like a crisis or chaos.
Describing the sharpness and detail of a display, photo, or video.
high resolution · screen resolution · image resolution
The technical term for resolution in digital imaging and displays.
このモニターは解像度が高い。
This monitor has a high resolution.
4K解像度の動画を撮影する。
I shoot videos in 4K resolution.
Image quality; often used in everyday conversation about photos or videos.
Referring to a formal statement of opinion or intention agreed upon by a committee, parliament, or meeting.
pass a resolution · UN resolution · board resolution
A formal resolution adopted by a vote in an assembly or organization.
国連安保理が決議を採択した。
The UN Security Council adopted a resolution.
株主総会で決議された。
It was resolved at the shareholders' meeting.
A decision made by a meeting or assembly; often used in legal or corporate contexts.
決意 (determination) and 解決 (solution) are both translated as 'resolution' but are not interchangeable. Use 決意 for personal resolve and 解決 for fixing problems.
The phrase '新年の抱負' (しんねんのほうふ) is also common for New Year's resolutions, though 抱負 means aspirations rather than firm decisions.
ストレス解消法を探している。
I'm looking for ways to resolve stress.
事態の収束を図る。
We are trying to bring about a resolution of the situation.
If the resolution is low, you can't see faces clearly.
The proposal was resolved unanimously.