English–Japanese
“words and actions” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajigendō
Example
彼の言動にみんなが驚きました。kare no gen dō ni mi n na ga odoro ki ma shi ta
Everyone was surprised by his words and actions.
How to say “words and actions” in Japanese
“Words and actions” in Japanese is 言動 (gendō).
Describes a person's outward conduct as the combination of what they say and what they do.
Example sentences with 言動
彼の言動が会社の評判に影響を与えます。kare no gen dō ga gai sha no hyō ban ni ei kyō o ata e ma su
His words and actions affect the company's reputation.
Tips for using 言動
- In conversations about a colleague or public figure, this noun often appears when speakers compare promises with later conduct, making it useful for discussing trust and credibility.