N3
けんり (kenri)
権利
right; privilege
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a legal or moral right or privilege. Contrast with 義務 (duty). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Everyone has the right to be happy! And you... have the exclusive privilege to make me happy! ...W-Wait! That was just a metaphor for high-quality department support! Don't take it weirdly!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『誰にだって幸せになる権利はあるわ！そしてあんたには...この私を幸せにするという最高の権利（特権）があるんだから！...って、な、何驚いてんのよ！部下としてのサポートの話よ！バカ！』
📝 Example Sentences
すべての子供には、教育を受ける権利があります。
Every child has the right to receive an education.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "権利"!
働くことには義務が伴いますが、同時に休む_______もあります。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 義務と対比される「権利」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『休む権利を行使しなさい！有給休暇を取って、私と一緒に温泉旅行に行くの！これは命令よ！』
English: Since it contrasts with duty, 'right' (kenri) is correct. Haruka: 'Exercise your right to rest! Take your paid leave and go on a hot spring trip with me! This is an order!'
English: Since it contrasts with duty, 'right' (kenri) is correct. Haruka: 'Exercise your right to rest! Take your paid leave and go on a hot spring trip with me! This is an order!'
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