Japanese

しゅうい
Meaning: surroundings; circumference; people around
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

周
囲

Example sentences

I take a walk around the park.
彼は周囲に良い影響を与えている。
He is having a positive influence on those around him.
彼は周囲の期待に応えた。
He met the expectations of those around him.
周囲の状況を考慮しつつ、慎重に計画を進める必要があります。
Considering the surrounding situation, we need to proceed with the plan carefully.
彼は周囲の反応に対して非常に敏感だ。
He is very sensitive to the reactions of those around him.
周囲に合わせず、自分のペースで進めなさい。
Proceed at your own pace, without worrying about others.
彼は自分の実力を周囲にアピールした
He appealed his ability to those around him.
周囲の人々への配慮を忘れてはいけない。
We must not forget to be considerate of the people around us.
彼の失礼な態度に、周囲の人は眉をひそめた。
People around him frowned at his rude attitude.
彼の失礼な態度は、周囲を不愉快にさせた。
His rude attitude made those around him feel unpleasant.

Usage Notes

Refers to the area around something, the length of a perimeter, or the environment/people surrounding a person.

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