English–Japanese

“emphasis” in Japanese

Japanese

Also重点 (jūten)

Pronunciation

Romajikyōchō

Example

先生は大事な点を強調します。sen sei wa dai ji na ten o kyō chō shi ma su

The teacher emphasizes important points.

Illustration for 強調 (emphasis)

How to say “emphasis” in Japanese

“Emphasis” in Japanese is 強調 (kyōchō).

Makes a particular point stand out by giving it greater force, attention, or visual prominence.

Full entry for 強調: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 強調

発表では、結論の強調が聞き手の理解を助けます。hap pyō de wa ketsu ron no kyō chō ga ki ki te no ri kai o tasu ke ma su

In a presentation, emphasis on the conclusion helps the audience understand it.

Tips for using 強調

  • The English verb emphasize often describes spoken or written points, whereas highlighting can also describe making information stand out visually.

Other Japanese words for “emphasis”

この授業は会話に重点を置きます。ko no ju gyō wa kai wa ni jū ten o o ki ma su

This class puts emphasis on conversation.

“emphasis” in other languages