Japanese word

強調

Pronunciation

Romajikyōchō

Meaning

  • nounemphasis

Example

先生は大事な点を強調します。sen sei wa dai ji na ten o kyō chō shi ma su

The teacher emphasizes important points.

Illustration for 強調 (emphasis)

More examples

発表では、結論の強調が聞き手の理解を助けます。hap pyō de wa ketsu ron no kyō chō ga ki ki te no ri kai o tasu ke ma su

In a presentation, emphasis on the conclusion helps the audience understand it.

Core concept

Makes a particular point stand out by giving it greater force, attention, or visual prominence.

Common phrases

  • 強調の仕方kyō chō no shi kata

    way of emphasizing

  • 強調の度合いkyō chō no do a i

    degree of emphasis

Similar words

重点jūten: A point given special importance in a plan, discussion, or activity.
力説rikisetsu: A strong statement of an opinion or point to make it clear and persuasive.
ハイライトhairaito: A part made especially noticeable in a text, image, or presentation.

Definition in Japanese

特定の内容に注意が向くよう、目立たせて示すこと。toku tei no nai yō ni chū i ga mu ku yō me da ta se te shime su ko to

Word origin

強調 (kyōchō) is formed from 強 (kyō, "strong") and 調 (chō, "tone or manner"), linking the idea of strength with the way a point is presented.

Usage tips

  • The English verb emphasize often describes spoken or written points, whereas highlighting can also describe making information stand out visually.

Other meanings

  • highlightingnoun
  • stressnoun

Related words

  • 強調するkyōchōsuruemphasizeverb

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