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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
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Japanese Option B
顧慮
こりょ (koryo)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "consideration" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 考慮 and 顧慮.
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, 顧慮 (こりょ (koryo)) maps to "consideration, regard, concern (for others)" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents 他の人の事情や感情を考慮し、配慮すること。特に相手に不利益や不快感を与えないように気を配る場合に使う。To consider and show regard for other people's circumstances or feelings, especially when being careful not to cause disadvantage or discomfort.. 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 "顧慮"
相手の立場を顧慮して発言するべきだ。
You should speak considering the other person's position.
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.". "顧慮" represents "consideration, regard, concern (for others)".