Japanese word

交際

Pronunciation

Romajikōsai

Meaning

  • nounsocializing

Example

人と交際することは大切です。hito to kō sai su ru ko to wa tai setsu de su

Associating with people is important.

Illustration for 交際 (socializing)

More examples

地域の人々との交際を通して、新しい考え方を学びます。chi iki no hito bito to no kō sai o tō shi te atara shi i kanga e kata o mana bi ma su

I learn new ways of thinking through socializing with people in my community.

Core concept

Describes spending time with others while building and maintaining a personal relationship.

Common phrases

  • 交際を続けるkō sai o tsuzu ke ru

    continue socializing

  • 交際を深めるkō sai o fuka me ru

    deepen social ties

  • 人との交際hito to no kō sai

    socializing with people

Similar words

付き合いtsukiai: Regular association with people through shared activities or personal connections.
交流kōryū: Interaction in which people share ideas, experiences, or feelings.
社交shakō: Interaction with others in social settings or as part of social life.

Definition in Japanese

人と親しく付き合い、関係を保つこと。hito to shita shi ku tsu ki a i kan kei o tamo tsu ko to

Word origin

The Sino-Japanese compound 交際 (kōsai) combines 交 (kō, "interact") with 際 (sai, "point of contact"), expressing interaction between people.

Usage tips

  • The verb 交際する (kōsai suru) can mean dating or being in a romantic relationship, while the noun also describes broader social interaction.

Other meanings

  • associationnoun

Related words

  • 交際するkōsaisurusocializeverb

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