N1
ほうへん (houhen)
褒貶
praise and criticism, evaluation, assessment (both positive and negative)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Encompasses both positive appraisal (褒) and negative criticism (貶) of a person, work, or event. Often used when discussing public opinion or reviews that are mixed. 人や物事に対する良い評価と悪い評価、または賛否両論全般を指す。世間の評判や評論で使われる。
📝 Example Sentences
彼の新作映画は、公開後、多くの褒貶が入り乱れた。
His new film received a mixture of praise and criticism after its release.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "褒貶"!
政治家の行動は常に世間の_______にさらされる。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 政治家の行動は良い評価も悪い評価も受けるため、両方を含む「褒貶」が適切です。
English: As a politician's actions receive both positive and negative evaluations, '褒貶' (praise and criticism) is appropriate.
English: As a politician's actions receive both positive and negative evaluations, '褒貶' (praise and criticism) is appropriate.
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