English–Japanese
“indirect” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajikansetsuteki
Example
彼女は間接的な表現を使いました。kano jo wa kan setsu teki na hyō gen o tsuka i ma shi ta
She used an indirect expression.
How to say “indirect” in Japanese
“Indirect” in Japanese is 間接的 (kansetsuteki).
It presents a result, message, or action through an intermediate path instead of connecting directly with its target.
Example sentences with 間接的
その広告は間接的に商品の魅力を伝えています。so no kō koku wa kan setsu teki ni shō hin no mi ryoku o tsuta e te i ma su
The advertisement conveys the appeal of the product indirectly.
Tips for using 間接的
- An indirect expression often lets a speaker avoid stating a request or judgment too plainly while leaving the intended meaning understandable.