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“values” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikachikan

Example

人によって価値観が違います。hito ni yo tte ka chi kan ga chiga i ma su

Values differ from person to person.

Illustration for 価値観 (values)

How to say “values” in Japanese

“Values” in Japanese is 価値観 (kachikan).

Describes the inner standards that shape judgments about what is important, right, or worth pursuing.

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

Example sentences with 価値観

異なる価値観を持つ人とも、よく話し合えば理解し合えます。koto na ru ka chi kan o mo tsu hito to mo yo ku hana shi a e ba ri kai shi a e ma su

Even people with different values can understand each other if they talk things over.

Tips for using 価値観

  • Discussions of career choices often use values to explain why two people prefer different kinds of work, even when both choices are practical.

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