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How to say "Cooperation" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "cooperation", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
協調
きょうちょう (kyōchō)
N3 / CEFR Syllabus
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Japanese Option B
提携
ていけい (teikei)
N2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "cooperation" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 協調 and 提携.
In Japanese, 協調 (きょうちょう (kyōchō)) is typically associated with "cooperation; conciliation; harmony; coordination" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to cooperation, coordination, conciliation, or working in harmony with others to achieve mutual goals.
On the other hand, 提携 (ていけい (teikei)) maps to "cooperation, tie-up, collaboration, business alliance" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents 複数の組織や企業が共通の目的のために協力関係を結ぶこと。業務上の協力関係を指すことが多い。When multiple organizations or companies form a cooperative relationship for a common purpose. Often refers to business cooperation.. A literal translation of "cooperation" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "協調"
個人の主張を押し通すだけでなく、周囲と_______して進める姿勢が社会人には求められます。
Not just pushing one's individual claims, but an attitude of cooperating and advancing with surroundings is required for society members.
Bilingual Context for "提携"
二つの会社は新製品開発で提携した。
The two companies collaborated on new product development.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "個人の主張を押し通すだけでなく、周囲と_______して進める姿勢が社会人には求められます。" (Meaning: "Not just pushing one's individual claims, but an attitude of cooperating and advancing with surroundings is required for society members.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "協調" fits here because it means "cooperation; conciliation; harmony; coordination" in the context of: "Not just pushing one's individual claims, but an attitude of cooperating and advancing with surroundings is required for society members.". "提携" represents "cooperation, tie-up, collaboration, business alliance".