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“awareness” in Japanese

Japanese

Also認識 (ninshiki)

Pronunciation

Romajijikaku

Example

自分の弱点を自覚しています。ji bun no jaku ten o ji kaku shi te i ma su

I am aware of my weakness.

Illustration for 自覚 (awareness)

How to say “awareness” in Japanese

“Awareness” in Japanese is 自覚 (jikaku).

Describes clearly recognizing one's own state, qualities, or situation.

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

Example sentences with 自覚

自分の発言が人に与える影響への自覚を持つことが大切です。ji bun no hatsu gen ga hito ni ata e ru ei kyō e no ji kaku o mo tsu ko to ga tai setsu de su

It is important to be aware of how your words affect others.

Tips for using 自覚

  • Awareness usually describes a continuing state, while realization often refers to the moment when someone notices or understands something.

Other Japanese words for “awareness”

安全への認識を高めましょう。an zen e no nin shiki o taka me ma shō

Let's raise awareness of safety.

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