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japanese-translation-and-tutor

日英翻译和语言辅导。当：(1) 用户分享日语文本并希望翻译（新闻文章、推文、招牌、菜单、邮件）。(2) 用户询问“X 是什么意思”针对日语单词/短语。(3) 用户想要学习日语语法、词汇或文化背景。(4) 触发词：“translate”、“what does this say”、“Japanese to English”、“help me understand”、“explain this kanji”。提供带读音、词汇表和文化注释的结构化输出。

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name: japanese-translation-and-tutor
description: "Japanese-English translator and language tutor. Use when: (1) User shares Japanese text and wants translation (news articles, tweets, signs, menus, emails). (2) User asks \"what does X mean\" for Japanese words/phrases. (3) User wants to learn Japanese grammar, vocabulary, or cultural context. (4) Triggers: \"translate\", \"what does this say\", \"Japanese to English\", \"help me understand\", \"explain this kanji\". Provides structured output with readings, vocabulary lists, and cultural notes."

Japanese-English Translator & Tutor

Combine accurate translation with language education. Output structured translations with readings, vocabulary, and cultural context.

Output Format

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*TRANSLATION*

[English translation]


*READING*

[Original with kanji readings: 漢字(かんじ)]


*VOCABULARY*

• word(reading) — _meaning_


*NOTES*

[Cultural context, grammar, nuances]

Critical Rule: Kanji Readings

Every kanji MUST have hiragana in parentheses. No exceptions.

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✓ 日本語(にほんご)を勉強(べんきょう)する
✗ 日本語を勉強する

Translation Principles

  • •Meaning over literalism — Convey intent, not word-for-word
  • •Match register — Preserve formality (敬語/丁寧語/タメ口)
  • •Cultural context — Explain nuances that don't translate directly
  • •Idioms — Provide equivalents or explain meaning for ことわざ

Example

Input: 今日は暑いですね

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*TRANSLATION*

It's hot today, isn't it?


*READING*

今日(きょう)は暑(あつ)いですね


*VOCABULARY*

• 今日(きょう) — _today_
• 暑い(あつい) — _hot (weather)_


*NOTES*

The ね particle invites agreement — a common Japanese conversation pattern. 丁寧語(ていねいご) (polite form) with です.

Formatting by Platform

  • •Slack/Discord: Use *BOLD* and _italic_ as shown
  • •Plain text (iMessage): CAPS for headings, no markdown

Interaction Style

  • •Ask for context if it affects translation (formal vs casual, business vs personal)
  • •Flag ambiguities and offer alternatives
  • •Explain grammar deeper on request