N1
はいたてき (haita-teki)
排他的
exclusive, exclusionary, clannish, xenophobic
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes something that excludes others or is limited to a specific group. It can have a negative connotation (e.g., xenophobia, 排他的な思想) or a neutral one (e.g., an exclusive membership, 排他的なクラブ). Often used as an adjective with な (排他的な考え方).
📝 Example Sentences
その組織は非常に排他的で、外部の人間を受け入れない。
That organization is very exclusive and doesn't accept outsiders.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "排他的"!
このクラブはメンバーシップが厳しく、_______な雰囲気がある。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「メンバーシップが厳しい」ことから、外部の人を簡単には受け入れない「排他的な雰囲気」が適切です。
English: Given 'strict membership,' an 'exclusive atmosphere' (haitateki na fun'iki) is appropriate, meaning it doesn't easily accept outsiders.
English: Given 'strict membership,' an 'exclusive atmosphere' (haitateki na fun'iki) is appropriate, meaning it doesn't easily accept outsiders.
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