Playing Zelda games in the Japanese language? In this article we will share a list of words related to franchise games, including the new Botw and Totk for you to expand your vocabulary and not get lost in the game.
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About Zelda in Japanese
"The Legend of Zelda" is a famous video game franchise that was created by Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka and developed by Nintendo. The first game in the series was released in 1986, and since then has become one of the most iconic and beloved titles in the history of video games.
In Japanese, "The Legend of Zelda" is translated as "ゼルダの 伝説" (zeruda no densetsu). The word "ゼルダ" (zeruda) refers to the main character of the series, Princess Zelda, while "伝説" (densatsu) means "legend". Together, these words represent the essence of the series, which revolves around the legendary adventures lived by the protagonist, Link, in search of rescuing Princess Zelda and defeating villain Ganon.
In each game of the series "The Legend of Zelda", players are transported to the vast fantasy world known as Hyrule (ハイラル - Hairaru). In this world, they take on the role of Link (リンク - Rinku), the hero destined to face great challenges and protect Hyrule from the dangers that threaten it. The player explores dungeons, solves puzzles, defeats enemies, and gathers powerful items to progress in the story.
One of the main characteristics of the franchise is the presence of the Triforce (トライフォース - Toraifōsu), a sacred symbol that represents divine power. The Triforce is composed of three parts: the Triforce of Power, the Triforce of Wisdom, and the Triforce of Courage. These elements play a fundamental role in the games' narrative, with Link seeking to gather the complete Triforce to achieve his goals.
Zelda Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom
See below for some Japanese words in both franchise games:
- ゼルダの伝説 (Zeruda no Densetsu) - A Lenda de Zelda
- ブレス オブ ザ ワイルド (Buresu obu za Wairudo) - Breath of the Wild
- ハイラル (Hairaru) - Hyrule
- トライフォース (Toraifōsu) - Triforce
- ガノンドロフ (Ganondorofu) - Ganondorf
- プリンセス ゼルダ (Purinsesu Zeruda) - Princess Zelda
- リンク (Rinku) - Link
- シーカーストーン (Shīkāsutōn) - Sheikah Slate
- シーカーセンサー (Shīkāsensā) - Sheikah Sensor
- ハイラル王国 (Hairaru ōkoku) - Reino de Hyrule
- シーカータワー (Shīkātawā) - Sheikah Tower
- カカリコ村 (Kakariko Mura) - Kakariko Village
- ゼルダの像 (Zeruda no zō) - Statue of Zelda
- シーカーラボ (Shīkā Rabo) - Sheikah Lab
- カカリコ村長 (Kakariko Mura-chō) - Prefeito da Vila Kakariko
- ハイリアの盾 (Hairia no tate) - Escudo Hylian
- マスターソード (Masutā Sōdo) - Master Sword
- ハイリア剣士 (Hairia kenshi) - Cavaleiro Hylian
- シーカーストーンの力 (Shīkāsutōn no chikara) - Poder da Lousa Sheikah
- ハートのかけら (Hāto no kakera) - Heart Container
- クオリティ ショップ (Kuoriti Shoppu) - Quality Store
- アーマーショップ (Āmā Shoppu) - Armor Shop
- ポーション (Pōshon) - Potion
- 料理 (Ryōri) - Cuisine
- クック (Kukku) - Cook
- ダンジョン (Danjon) - Masmorra
- ボス (Bosu) - Chief
- ミニゲーム (Minigēmu) - Minijogo
- パラグライダー (Paraguraidā) - Paraglider
- シーカークラフト (Shīkākurafuto) - Craft da Tábua Sheikah
- バトル (Batoru) - Battle
- クライム (Kuraimu) - Climbing
- ライド (Raido) - Ride
- ヒネリ (Hineri) - Trick
- シークロック (Shīku Rokku) - Sheikah Torre Relógio
- ガーディアン (Gādian) - Guardian
- モンスター (Monsutā) - Monster
- ルーイン (Rūin) - Ruin
- シーカーダンジョン (Shīkā Danjon) - Sheikah Dungeon
- クエスト (Kuesuto) - Mission/Quest
- 祠 (Hokora) - Shrine
- 神殿 (Shinden) - Temple
Japanese names of Zelda Characters
Below is the Japanese name of the characters from "Zelda Breath of the Wild" or "Zelda Tears of the Kingdom" and some other games in the franchise.
- 神獣 (Shinjū) - Divine Beast
- ガノン (Ganon) - Ganon
- インパ (Inpa) - Impa
- メファ (Mefa) - Mipha
- レイボス (Reibosu) - Revali
- ウリッシ (Urisshi) - Urbosa
- ダルケル (Darukeru) - Daruk
- シダックス (Shidakksu) - Sidon
- ピア (Pia) - Paya
- カネ (Kane) - Kass
- シーク (Shīku) - Sheik
- ベッドル (Beddoru) - Beedle
- テラー (Terā) - Tarry Town
- パイ (Pai) - Pie
- ポロ (Poro) - Bolson
- ハトノ (Hatono) - Hateno
- カーコ (Kāko) - Koko
- タリー (Tarī) - Talon
Japanese vocabulary from The Legend of Zelda
Now let's look at more words related to franchise games:
- オカリナの時間 (Okarina no Jikan) - Ocarina of Time
- トワイライトプリンセス (Towairaito Purinsesu) - Twilight Princess
- 神々のトライフォース (Kamigami no Toraifōsu) - A Link to the Past
- 神々のトライフォース2 (Kamigami no Toraifōsu Tsū) - A Link Between Worlds
- マスターコンパス (Masutā Konpasu) - Master Com
- フックショット (Fukku Shotto) - Hookshot
- ブーメラン (Būmeran) - Boomerang
- ガストの剣 (Gasuto no Ken) - Gust Bellows
- スピリッツトラック (Supirittsu Torakku) - Spirit Tracks
- フォーゴトンロープ (Fōgoton Rōpu) - Forgotten Rope
- ダンジョンマップ (Danjon Mappu) - Dungeon Map
- バトルアリーナ (Batoru Arīna) - Battle Arena
- ソウルメダル (Sōru Medaru) - Soul Medal
- カカリコ村の井戸 (Kakariko Mura no Ido) - Kakariko Village Well
- 魔法の隠れ家 (Mahō no Kakurega) - Magic Hideout
- 神秘の森 (Shinpi no Mori) - Mystical Forest
- ハイラル城 (Hairaru Jō) - Hyrule Castle
- デクの樹 (Deku no Ki) - Deku Tree
- ゼルダの守り手 (Zeruda no Mamorite) - Guardian of Zelda
- グレートフェアリー (Gurēto Fearī) - Great Fairy
