Translation guide
The English word 'sage' can refer to a wise person, a type of herb, or a color. This guide covers how to express these meanings in Japanese.
Referring to a person known for profound wisdom, often elderly and respected.
A wise person or sage, often used in literary or formal contexts. It implies deep wisdom and moral character.
Referring to the culinary herb sage, used in cooking.
The common katakana word for the herb sage. Used in cooking contexts.
Referring to the color sage, a muted grayish green.
The color name 'sage green', often used in fashion and design.
セージグリーンの壁が落ち着いた雰囲気を出している。
The sage green walls create a calming atmosphere.
彼は現代の賢人だ。
He is a modern-day sage.
A saint or holy person, often with religious connotations. Can be used for a sage-like figure of great virtue.
その聖人は多くの人に尊敬されている。
That sage is respected by many people.
A philosopher or wise person, emphasizing deep thinking. Less common and more literary.
彼は哲人として知られている。
He is known as a sage.
このレシピにはセージが必要です。
This recipe requires sage.
Refers to the salvia plant genus, which includes sage. Sometimes used for ornamental varieties, but can also mean culinary sage.
庭にサルビアを植えた。
I planted sage in the garden.
Describes a muted, dusty green color similar to sage. More descriptive than a specific color name.
そのソファはくすんだ緑色だ。
The sofa is a sage color.