N1
ついしょう (tsuishō)
追従
flattery, fawning, sycophancy, following blindly
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to describe behavior where one agrees with or praises someone excessively, often insincerely, to gain favor. Can also mean to follow in someone's footsteps (less common in N1 context).
📝 Example Sentences
彼は上司に追従ばかりしている。
He only flatters his boss.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "追従"!
彼の発言は、単なる上司への_______に過ぎない。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 人の意見にただ同調したり、気に入られようとしてお世辞を言ったりすることを「追従」と言います。
English: 'Tsuishō' (flattery) refers to merely agreeing with someone's opinion or giving insincere compliments to gain favor.
English: 'Tsuishō' (flattery) refers to merely agreeing with someone's opinion or giving insincere compliments to gain favor.
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