English–Japanese

“consistency” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiikkan

Example

この方針は一貫しています。ko no hō shin wa ik kan shi te i ma su

This policy is consistent.

Illustration for 一貫 (consistency)

How to say “consistency” in Japanese

“Consistency” in Japanese is 一貫 (ikkan).

Describes a principle or position that remains the same from beginning to end without contradiction.

Full entry for 一貫: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 一貫

発言と行動が一貫していると、周囲から信頼されやすいです。hatsu gen to kō dō ga ik kan shi te i ru to shū i ka ra shin rai sa re ya su i de su

When your words and actions are consistent, people around you are more likely to trust you.

Tips for using 一貫

  • In formal Japanese, 一貫 (ikkan) often describes policies or public positions that remain unchanged across different statements and actions.

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