Translation guide
The English word 'settling' can refer to several different actions or states. This guide breaks down the main meanings and provides natural Japanese equivalents for each.
Describing particles, sediment, or objects sinking to the bottom of a liquid, or dust settling on surfaces.
Noun or suru-verb meaning precipitation or sedimentation. Used for solid particles settling out of a liquid.
濁った水を放置すると、泥が沈殿する。
If you leave muddy water to stand, the mud settles.
Technical term for sedimentation or subsidence, often used in scientific contexts.
この実験では粒子の沈降速度を測定する。
In this experiment, we measure the settling velocity of particles.
Verb meaning to pile up or accumulate, used for dust or snow settling on surfaces.
棚にほこりが積もっている。
Dust has settled on the shelf.
Describing emotions, situations, or conditions becoming less agitated or more settled.
Verb meaning to calm down, settle down, or become composed. Used for emotions, situations, or people.
彼の気持ちがようやく落ち着いた。
His feelings have finally settled.
騒ぎが落ち着くまで待ちましょう。
Let's wait until the commotion settles down.
Verb meaning to subside, die down, or be settled. Often used for disputes, pain, or disturbances.
Suru-verb meaning to stabilize or become stable. Used for conditions, prices, or systems.
経済が安定してきた。
The economy is settling down.
Describing the act of reaching an agreement, solving a problem, or finalizing arrangements.
Suru-verb meaning to solve, settle, or resolve. Used for problems, disputes, or issues.
その問題はまだ解決していない。
The issue hasn't been settled yet.
Phrase meaning to settle or bring to a conclusion, often used for arguments or competitions.
議論に決着をつけよう。
Let's settle the argument.
Suru-verb meaning to reconcile or settle amicably, specifically for personal disputes.
彼らはついに和解した。
They finally settled their differences.
Describing the act of paying what is owed, such as a bill or loan.
Describing people moving to and living in a new place permanently.
Suru-verb meaning to settle down or take up permanent residence.
彼らはカナダに定住した。
They settled in Canada.
Suru-verb meaning to colonize or settle in a new land, often historically.
開拓者がその地に入植した。
Pioneers settled the land.
The English word 'settling' covers many distinct concepts. Do not assume a single Japanese word works for all. Choose the option that matches your intended meaning.
嵐が収まった。
The storm has settled.