Indonesian to Japanese Translation

Translate the meaning, not the exact words

No matter whether you are translating closely related languages, like Spanish and Italian, or languages that belong to two different families, it is important to always look beyond the exact words the author is using and translate the meaning rather than the words. This is true for Indonesian to Japanese translation as well.

Usually, only simple words denoting the most basic physical objects have exact equivalents in a foreign language (and even then, just a few of them). Most abstract ideas, complex terms, idiomatic expressions need to be analyzed and interpreted with care when you translate Indonesian to Japanese.

Do not be deceived by similarities

similarities: they use a similar question marker, classifiers, reduplication to denote the plural form, and much more. However, this does not mean that Indonesian to Japanese translation is a simple task. There are some similarities, but there are many more differences in vocabulary and grammar, with lots of nuances that need careful attention.

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Pay attention to the honorifics

In both Indonesian and Japanese culture, showing respect to one’s elders and superiors is very important. Both languages have well-developed systems of honorifics that have the same basic idea but do not align perfectly with each other.

In Indonesian to Japanese translation, it is very important to pay special attention to the honorifics and select the best equivalents.

World’s top languages

With over 200 million speakers (including native speakers and those who speak it as a second language), Indonesian is the world’s tenth most spoken language. It has been the lingua franca used in the region for trade and communication for centuries, and it still has a lot of significance.

Coincidentally, Japanese, with over 130 million speakers, is not far behind. Both languages are highly influential in Asia as well as all over the world, which also results in high demand for Indonesian to Japanese translation.

One of the most polite languages in the world

As mentioned above, politeness is extremely important in the Indonesian language and culture. Some may argue that Indonesian is ‘the most polite language of the world’, as its system of various expressions of respect and politeness is so extensive.

Whether you are talking to family, friends, or strangers, someone older or younger, your superior or an equal – there are expressions that cover practically any social situation possible. This extensive system of honorifics can be a little challenging to learn as well as to translate into a foreign language.