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“absolute” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajizettaiteki

Example

この考えは絶対的なものではありません。ko no kanga e wa zet tai teki na mo no de wa a ri ma se n

This idea is not absolute.

Illustration for 絶対的 (absolute)

How to say “absolute” in Japanese

“Absolute” in Japanese is 絶対的 (zettaiteki).

Presents a quality as complete and valid in itself, without depending on a particular viewpoint, situation, or condition.

Full entry for 絶対的: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 絶対的

この制度では、上司の命令が絶対的なものとされています。ko no sei do de wa jō shi no mei rei ga zet tai teki na mo no to sa re te i ma su

In this system, the boss's orders are treated as absolute.

Tips for using 絶対的

  • 絶対的 (zettaiteki) has a formal, abstract tone and often describes ideas such as authority, value, or truth rather than a speaker's immediate certainty.

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