Translation guide
Describes the state of the weather at a given time or place. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with words like 天気 (tenki) for general weather, 天候 (tenkou) for more formal or long-term conditions, or 気象 (kishou) for meteorological contexts.
To talk about the weather in casual or daily conversation.
The most common word for 'weather.' Used in everyday speech to ask about or describe the weather.
今日はいい天気ですね。
It's nice weather today, isn't it?
明日の天気はどうですか。
What's the weather like tomorrow?
A more formal term for 'weather,' often used in news reports or written contexts. Can imply weather over a period of time.
天候が回復しました。
The weather has improved.
To refer to weather conditions in a scientific, technical, or formal report.
Refers to meteorological phenomena or weather conditions in a scientific sense. Used in terms like 気象庁 (Japan Meteorological Agency).
気象条件が悪化しています。
Weather conditions are worsening.
A more specific term for 'weather situation/conditions,' often used in forecasts or reports.
気象状況により、飛行機が遅れる可能性があります。
Due to weather conditions, flights may be delayed.
To use 'weather' as a general topic, often with adjectives like good/bad.
Means 'the weather is good.' The most natural way to say nice weather.
天気がいいから、散歩しましょう。
Since the weather is nice, let's take a walk.
Means 'the weather is bad.' Used for unpleasant weather.
天気が悪いので、家にいます。
Since the weather is bad, I'm staying home.
天気 is everyday 'weather.' 天候 is more formal and often refers to weather over a period. 気象 is technical, used in meteorology. For daily conversation, stick with 天気.
天気予報を見ましたか。
Did you see the weather forecast?