Japanese word

享受

Pronunciation

Romajikyōju

Meaning

  • nounenjoyment

Example

権利の享受には責任が伴います。ken ri no kyō ju ni wa seki nin ga tomona i ma su

The enjoyment of rights comes with responsibilities.

Illustration for 享受 (enjoyment)

More examples

市民は安全な環境の享受を当然の権利と考えています。shi min wa an zen na kan kyō no kyō ju o tō zen no ken ri to kanga e te i ma su

Citizens regard the enjoyment of a safe environment as a basic right.

Core concept

Expresses the idea of accepting a benefit or favorable condition and fully experiencing the pleasure or advantage it provides.

Common phrases

  • 権利を享受するken ri o kyō ju su ru

    enjoy rights

  • 自由を享受するji yū o kyō ju su ru

    enjoy freedom

  • 恩恵を享受するon kei o kyō ju su ru

    enjoy the benefits

Similar words

満喫mankitsu: It describes full enjoyment of a satisfying experience, especially food, travel, or leisure.
堪能tannō: It means enjoying something deeply, especially food, scenery, or an artistic performance.
享楽kyōraku: It refers to pleasure gained from indulging in enjoyable experiences or desires.

Definition in Japanese

与えられた権利や利益を自分のものとして受け入れ、十分に味わうこと。ata e ra re ta ken ri ya ri eki o ji bun no mo no to shi te u ke i re jū bun ni aji wa u ko to

Word origin

享受 (kyōju) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 享 (kyō, "enjoy") and 受 (ju, "receive"), linking the receipt of something with enjoyment of its value.

Usage tips

  • In formal Japanese, 享受 (kyōju) often occurs with abstract benefits such as rights, freedom, and welfare rather than with ordinary entertainment.

Opposites

  • 剥奪hakudatsudeprivationnoun

Related words

  • 享受するkyōjusuruenjoyverb

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