Japanese

けんとう
Meaning: consideration; examination; review; investigation
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

検
討

Example sentences

We examined the plan for the new project in detail at the meeting.
彼は多角的な面から問題を検討した。
He considered the problem from various aspects.
あらゆる角度から検討した結果、この計画を採用することにした。
After considering it from all angles, we decided to adopt this plan.
ご検討いただければ幸いです。
I would be grateful if you could consider it.
来年度の予算案を慎重に検討する。
We will carefully examine the budget proposal for the next fiscal year.
長い検討の末に、ようやく結論が出た
After long consideration, a conclusion was finally reached.
慎重な検討が好ましい。
Careful consideration is desirable.
事故を防止するための効果的な方策を検討する。
We will consider effective measures to prevent accidents.
アンケートの結果を集約し、今後の改善案を検討する。
We will summarize the results of the questionnaire and consider future improvement plans.
裁判官は証拠を慎重に検討した
The judge carefully examined the evidence.

Usage Notes

Used when analyzing various aspects of a matter to judge its viability or quality.

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