How to say "accurate" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- 正確せいかくna-adjective, nounThe default word for accurate in the sense of factually correct or free of error, as in answers, information, or reports. When unsure which word to pick for plain accuracy, this is usually the safest choice.
- 的確てきかくna-adjective, nounAccurate in the sense of apt and well-aimed: judgments, advice, or descriptions that hit the mark. It carries a nuance of appropriateness, so it suits correct assessments more than mere factual correctness.
- 精密せいみつna-adjective, nounPrecise and exact in a technical or scientific sense, covering fine detail, as with instruments, measurements, or machinery. It suggests meticulous precision rather than simple correctness of facts.
- 整然せいぜんtaru-adjective, adverb (with と)Really means orderly, systematic, and well-organized, not accurate in the usual sense. It is seldom the word you want for accuracy; use it for neatly arranged data, rows, or thinking.
- 緻密ちみつna-adjective, nounAccurate through careful, meticulous attention to detail, often describing reasoning, plans, or analysis. The nuance is thoroughness and fine-grained care rather than plain factual correctness.
Use 正確 for factual correctness, 的確 for apt accuracy, 緻密 for meticulous detail, 精密 for technical precision, and 整然 only for orderliness rather than accuracy.
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