Japanese word

プライド

Pronunciation

Romajipuraido

Meaning

  • nounpride

Example

彼は自分の仕事にプライドを持っています。kare wa ji bun no shi goto ni pu ra i do o mo tte i ma su

He takes pride in his work.

Illustration for プライド (pride)

More examples

助けを求めることは、プライドを失うことではありません。tasu ke o moto me ru ko to wa pu ra i do o ushina u ko to de wa a ri ma se n

Asking for help does not mean losing your pride.

Core concept

Describes a strong sense that one's value, achievements, or belonging deserves respect.

Common phrases

  • プライドを守るpu ra i do o mamo ru

    protect one's pride

  • プライドを傷つけるpu ra i do o kizu tsu ke ru

    hurt someone's pride

  • プライドが高いpu ra i do ga taka i

    be proud

Similar words

誇りhokori: A feeling of deep respect for one's own qualities, achievements, or group.
自尊心jisonshin: A sense of personal worth that supports dignity and self-respect.
矜持kyōji: A firm sense of dignity based on abilities, standards, or principles.

Definition in Japanese

自分の価値や成し遂げたことを高く評価し、それを大切にする気持ち。ji bun no ka chi ya na shi to ge ta ko to o taka ku hyō ka shi so re o tai setsu ni su ru ki mo chi

Word origin

The loanword プライド (puraido, "pride") comes from English pride, which derives from Old English pryde, related to prūd, "proud".

Usage tips

  • For English speakers, プライド (puraido) can be a useful reminder that Japanese uses this loanword for self-respect or dignity, not only for excessive self-importance.

Other meanings

  • dignitynoun
  • self-worthnoun

Opposites

  • 謙虚さkenkyosahumilitynoun

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