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How to say "Consideration" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "consideration", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
思いやり
おもいやり (omoiyari)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
情状酌量
じょうじょうしゃくりょう (joujoushakuryou)
C2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "consideration" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 思いやり and 情状酌量.
In Japanese, 思いやり (おもいやり (omoiyari)) is typically associated with "consideration; thoughtfulness; compassion; empathy" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Refers to the act of thinking about others' feelings, situations, and needs, and acting kindly or considerately. It's a highly valued quality in Japanese culture..
On the other hand, 情状酌量 (じょうじょうしゃくりょう (joujoushakuryou)) maps to "consideration of extenuating circumstances" (Syllabus Level: C2) and represents Essential structural term in CEFR C2 vocabulary syllabus.. A literal translation of "consideration" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "思いやり"
彼はいつも人への思いやりを忘れない。
He always remembers to be considerate of others.
Bilingual Context for "情状酌量"
私は情状酌量に興味があります。
I am interested in consideration of extenuating circumstances.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "彼はいつも人への ＿＿＿ を忘れない。" (Meaning: "He always remembers to be considerate of others.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "思いやり" fits here because it means "consideration; thoughtfulness; compassion; empathy" in the context of: "He always remembers to be considerate of others.". "情状酌量" represents "consideration of extenuating circumstances".