Translation guide
Describes something dignified, grand, and impressive in manner or appearance, often with a sense of formal elegance.
To describe a person, building, or movement that is grand, elegant, and commands respect.
A common adjective meaning 'dignified', 'majestic', or 'imposing'. Used for people, buildings, and behavior.
彼は堂々とした態度で部屋に入ってきた。
He entered the room with a stately manner.
その宮殿は堂々とした外観をしている。
The palace has a stately appearance.
To describe a movement that is deliberate, elegant, and unhurried, like a stately dance or procession.
Means 'leisurely' or 'comfortably slow'. Often used for graceful, unhurried movements.
彼女はゆったりとした足取りで歩いた。
She walked with a stately gait.
Both mean 'stately', but 堂々とした is more about an imposing, confident presence, while 威厳のある emphasizes solemn dignity and authority. 堂々とした can be used for a wide range of subjects, whereas 威厳のある is often reserved for people or institutions.
The English word 'stately' does not have a single direct equivalent in Japanese. Translating it as 国家的な (kokkateki na, 'national') or 州の (shū no, 'of a state') would be incorrect. Use the adjectives above based on context.
Literally 'having dignity'. Emphasizes an air of authority and solemn grandeur.
女王は威厳のある歩き方をする。
The queen walks in a stately manner.
Means 'massive and dignified', often used for architecture, furniture, or atmosphere. Conveys a sense of solid, impressive elegance.
重厚な造りの邸宅
a stately mansion
Means 'having style/dignity'. Often used for people or things that possess a refined, impressive presence.
彼は風格のある老紳士だ。
He is a stately old gentleman.
Means 'grand' or 'magnificent'. Can overlap with 'stately' when describing large-scale, impressive things, but is broader in meaning.
壮大な行列が通りを進んだ。
A stately procession moved down the street.
Means 'elegant' or 'graceful'. Focuses on the beauty and refinement of the movement.
白鳥が優雅に泳いでいる。
The swan is swimming in a stately manner.
Literally 'movement with dignity'. A more explicit phrase for a stately, dignified motion.
そのダンサーは品位のある動きで観客を魅了した。
The dancer captivated the audience with her stately movements.