Japanese Conversation · Level 28
90 words
Japanese word
トレーナー
Pronunciation
Romajitorēnā
Meaning
- nountrainer
Example
トレーナーが選手を指導します。to rē nā ga sen shu o shi dō shi ma su
The trainer coaches the athlete.
More examples
試合の前に、トレーナーが選手の体調を確認します。shi ai no mae ni to rē nā ga sen shu no tai chō o kaku nin shi ma su
Before the game, the trainer checks the athlete's condition.
Core concept
Describes a person who helps an athlete improve through regular instruction, practice, and physical conditioning.
Common phrases
スポーツトレーナーsu pō tsu to rē nā
athletic trainer
専属トレーナーsen zoku to rē nā
personal trainer
トレーナーの指導to rē nā no shi dō
trainer's instruction
Similar words
コーチkōchi: A person who develops an athlete's skills and performance in a particular sport.
インストラクターinsutorakutā: A person who teaches a particular skill through organized lessons and practice.
Definition in Japanese
競技者に練習や体力づくりをさせ、能力の向上を支える人。kyō gi sha ni ren shū ya tai ryoku zu ku ri o sa se nō ryoku no kō jō o sasa e ru hito
Word origin
トレーナー (torēnā) comes from English trainer, a noun built from train and the suffix -er for a person who trains others.
Usage tips
- English speakers may use coach for sport-specific guidance and trainer for fitness or physical preparation, but Japanese トレーナー (torēnā) covers a wider range of athletic support.
Other meanings
- coachnoun