English–Japanese

“favorable impression” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikōkan

Example

彼女の明るい話し方に好感を持ちました。kano jo no aka ru i hana shi kata ni kō kan o mo chi ma shi ta

I got a favorable impression of her cheerful way of speaking.

Illustration for 好感 (favorable impression)

How to say “favorable impression” in Japanese

“Favorable impression” in Japanese is 好感 (kōkan).

Expresses the sense of viewing someone or something positively because of a pleasant impression.

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

Example sentences with 好感

面接で誠実な受け答えをして、好感を得ました。men setsu de sei jitsu na u ke kota e o shi te kō kan o e ma shi ta

I made a favorable impression by answering the interview questions honestly.

Tips for using 好感

  • In conversation, 好感を持つ (kōkan o motsu) commonly describes developing a positive view of someone, while English usually says "have a favorable impression" or "feel positively."

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