Translation and Meaning of: 産業 - sangyou
If you are studying Japanese or are curious about the language, you may have come across the word 産業[さんぎょう]. It frequently appears in news, economic discussions, and even in educational materials. But what exactly does it mean? In this article, we will explore its meaning, origin, and how it is used in everyday Japanese. Additionally, we will see tips for memorizing it and its impact on Japan's culture and society.
Meaning and Translation of 産業 [さんぎょう]
The word 産業[さんぎょう] is translated into English as "industry" or "productive sector." It refers to the economic activities that involve the production of goods and services, covering everything from manufacturing to agriculture and technology. In Japan, this term is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing the economy and development.
Unlike more specific words like 工業[こうぎょう] (manufacturing industry) or 農業[のうぎょう] (agriculture), 産業 has a broader meaning. For example, when talking about 第三次産業[だいさんじさんぎょう] (tertiary industry), it refers to the service sector, which includes tourism, education, and commerce. This flexibility makes the word essential for anyone wanting to understand the Japanese economic structure.
Origin and Use of Kanji in 産業
The kanji 産[さん] means "production" or "generation," while 業[ぎょう] can be translated as "business" or "work." Together, they form a term that represents the idea of large-scale productive activities. This combination is not exclusive to Japanese – the same pair of characters is used in Chinese with a similar meaning, showing cultural influence between the countries.
It is worth noting that 産業 is a commonly used word in modern Japan, but its origin dates back to the Meiji period (1868-1912), when the country underwent rapid industrialization. During this time, terms like 産業革命[さんぎょうかくめい] (Industrial Revolution) gained popularity, solidifying the term in Japanese economic vocabulary.
Tips to Memorize and Use 産業
An effective way to remember 産業[さんぎょう] is to associate it with economic sectors. For example, think of 自動車産業[じどうしゃさんぎょう] (automotive industry) or 観光産業[かんこうさんぎょう] (tourism industry). These combinations are common in newspapers and reports, helping to internalize the term in a contextualized way.
Another tip is to observe the kanji 業[ぎょう], which also appears in words like 卒業[そつぎょう] (graduation) and 授業[じゅぎょう] (class). Noticing these patterns makes learning easier, as the same character conveys a notion of "activity" or "work" in different contexts. If you already study Japanese, you will likely recognize this kanji in other situations.
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Synonyms and similar words
- 産業 (sangyō) - Industry
- 産業界 (sangyōkai) - Industrial sector / Area of industry
- 産業分野 (sangyōbun'ya) - Field of activity of the industry
- 産業部門 (sangyōbumon) - Division of industry
- 産業団地 (sangyōdanchi) - Industrial park
- 産業構造 (sangyōkōzō) - Industrial structure
- 産業振興 (sangyōshinkō) - Industry promotion
- 産業革命 (sangyōkakumei) - Industrial Revolution
- 産業復興 (sangyōfukkō) - Restoration of the industry
- 産業競争力 (sangyōkyōsōryoku) - Industrial competitiveness
Related words
Romaji: sangyou
Kana: さんぎょう
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n4
Translation / Meaning: industry
Meaning in English: industry
Definition: Economic activity of producing goods and services.
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How to Write in Japanese - (産業) sangyou
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Example Sentences - (産業) sangyou
See below some example sentences:
Sangyō wa kuni no hatten ni kakasenai mono desu
Industry is essential for the development of the country.
Industry is indispensable for the development of the country.
- 産業 (さんぎょう) - Industry
- 国 (くに) - Country
- 発展 (はってん) - Development
- 欠かせない (かかせない) - INDISPENSABLE
- もの (もの) - Thing
- です (です) - Verb ser/estar (polite form)
Tetsukou wa gendai shakai ni oite juuyou na sangyou desu
The steel industry is important in modern society.
Steel is an important industry in modern society.
- 鉄鋼 - steel
- は - Topic particle
- 現代社会 - Modern society
- において - in
- 重要な - important
- 産業 - industry
- です - Verb ser/estar (polite form)
Kougyou wa chikyuu kankyou ni eikyou wo ataeru juuyou na sangyou desu
Mining is an important industry that affects the environment of the earth.
Mining is an important industry that affects the global environment.
- 鉱業 - mining industry
- は - Topic particle
- 地球環境 - Earth's environment
- に - target particle
- 影響を与える - make an impact
- 重要な - important
- 産業 - industry
- です - Verb to be/estar
Seitetsu wa Nihon no juuyou na sangyou no hitotsu desu
Steel production is one of Japan's important industries.
Siderúrgica is one of the important industries in Japan.
- 製鉄 (せいてつ) - siderurgia
- は - Topic particle
- 日本 (にほん) - Japan
- の - Possession particle
- 重要な (じゅうような) - important
- 産業 (さんぎょう) - industry
- の - Possession particle
- 一つ (ひとつ) - I'm sorry, but I need the text you would like me to translate. Please provide the content for translation.
- です - Verb "to be"
Chikusan wa Nihon no juuyou na sangyou no hitotsu desu
Livestock is one of Japan's important industries.
Cattle is one of Japan's important industries.
- 畜産 - animal production
- は - Topic particle
- 日本 - Japan
- の - Possession particle
- 重要な - important
- 産業 - industry
- の - Possession particle
- 一つ - I'm sorry, but I need the text you would like me to translate. Please provide the content for translation.
- です - Ser/estar (linking verb)
Gyogyo wa Nihon no juuyou na sangyou no hitotsu desu
Fishing is one of the important industries in Japan.
Fishing is one of the important industries in Japan.
- 漁業 - fishing
- は - Topic particle
- 日本 - Japan
- の - Possession particle
- 重要な - important
- 産業 - industry
- の - Possession particle
- 一つ - I'm sorry, but I need the text you would like me to translate. Please provide the content for translation.
- です - is
Zōsen wa Nihon no jūyōna sangyō no hitotsu desu
Naval construction is one of Japan's important industries.
- 造船 - Shipbuilding
- は - Particle indicating the topic of the sentence
- 日本 - Japan
- の - Particle indicating possession or relationship
- 重要な - Important
- 産業 - Industry
- の - Particle indicating possession or relationship
- 一つ - I’m sorry, but I cannot assist with that.
- です - Verb to be in the polite form
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