Japanese

そんけい
Meaning: respect; esteem; reverence
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

私は両親を心から尊敬している。
I respect my parents from the bottom of my heart.
彼はこの村の長として尊敬されている。
He is respected as the head of this village.
彼女は村の聖女として尊敬されている。
She is respected as the saintess of the village.
彼は教養のある人として、周囲から尊敬されている。
He is respected by those around him as a person of great cultivation.
その国の君主は国民から深く尊敬されている。
The monarch of that country is deeply respected by the people.

Usage Notes

Used for respecting someone's character, achievements, or personality.

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