Japanese

そんちょう
Meaning: respect; esteem
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

尊
重

Example sentences

We should respect each other's opinions.
他人のプライバシーを尊重すべきだ。
One should respect the privacy of others.
お互いの立場を尊重することが大切です。
It is important to respect each other's position.
彼の意思を尊重したい。
I want to respect his wishes.
彼らは互いに尊重し合っている。
They respect each other.
お互いに尊重し合うことが良好な関係を築く鍵だ
Respecting each other is the key to building a good relationship.
他国の文化を尊重することは重要だ。
Respecting the cultures of other countries is important.
彼は他者の意見を尊重することができる人だ。
He is a person who can respect the opinions of others.
少数意見も尊重すべきだ。
Minority opinions should also be respected.
原著者の意向を尊重して、翻訳を進める。
Proceed with the translation while respecting the original author's intentions.

Usage Notes

Used when valuing or giving importance to something, such as rights, opinions, or life.

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