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How to say "Consideration" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "consideration", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
考慮
こうりょ (kōryo)
N3 / CEFR Syllabus
VS
Japanese Option B
思いやり
おもいやり (omoiyari)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "consideration" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 考慮 and 思いやり.
In Japanese, 考慮 (こうりょ (kōryo)) is typically associated with "consideration, taking into account" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents A formal noun.
On the other hand, 思いやり (おもいやり (omoiyari)) maps to "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.. A literal translation of "consideration" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "考慮"
その提案を慎重に考慮します。
We will carefully consider that proposal.
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.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "その提案を慎重に ＿＿＿ します。" (Meaning: "We will carefully consider that proposal.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "考慮" fits here because it means "consideration, taking into account" in the context of: "We will carefully consider that proposal.". "思いやり" represents "consideration; thoughtfulness; compassion; empathy".