握手
握手 (Akushu) refers to the act of two people grasping each other's hands, typically as a greeting, a sign of agreement, or a gesture of reconciliation. It is commonly used both in formal business settings and in everyday social interactions to show mutual respect or friendship.
Exemples
3 sur 5昨日、新しい友達と握手をしました。
Yesterday, I shook hands with a new friend.
両国の代表は、平和のために握手を交わしました。
The representatives of both countries exchanged a handshake for the sake of peace.
仲直りに握手しよう！
Let's shake hands to make up!
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
The first kanji 握 means 'to grip' and contains the 'hand' radical on the left. Think: 'A-KOO-shoo' sounds like 'A cool shoe', but instead of looking at shoes, look at the hands shaking!
Quiz rapide
会議の最後に、みんなで（ ）をしました。
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : 握手
Exemples
昨日、新しい友達と握手をしました。
everydayYesterday, I shook hands with a new friend.
両国の代表は、平和のために握手を交わしました。
formalThe representatives of both countries exchanged a handshake for the sake of peace.
仲直りに握手しよう！
informalLet's shake hands to make up!
心理学において、握手は信頼構築の第一歩とされる。
academicIn psychology, a handshake is considered the first step in building trust.
契約が成立した後、私たちは固い握手をしました。
businessAfter the contract was finalized, we shared a firm handshake.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
握手を求める
to offer one's hand (to shake hands)
固い握手を交わす
to exchange a firm handshake
握手で迎える
to welcome someone with a handshake
Souvent confondu avec
Hakushu means 'clapping hands' or 'applause', whereas Akushu is 'shaking hands'.
Akuryoku refers specifically to 'grip strength' as a physical measurement.
Notes d'usage
握手 is often used as a 'suru' verb (握手する). While common in international contexts, remember that in traditional Japanese culture, bowing is often preferred over shaking hands.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often confuse 'Akushu' (handshake) with 'Hakushu' (applause) because they sound similar. Also, remember that in Japan, you should not shake hands too aggressively.
Astuce mémo
The first kanji 握 means 'to grip' and contains the 'hand' radical on the left. Think: 'A-KOO-shoo' sounds like 'A cool shoe', but instead of looking at shoes, look at the hands shaking!
Origine du mot
Derived from Middle Chinese: 握 (grip/hold) + 手 (hand).
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In Japan, bowing is the primary greeting, but handshakes are frequently used when meeting Westerners or in high-level business deals to show global professionalism.
Quiz rapide
会議の最後に、みんなで（ ）をしました。
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : 握手
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
抗争
A1A serious struggle or conflict between opposing groups, factions, or organizations. It often implies a prolonged period of resistance, power struggles, or violent feuding.
平和
A1A state of harmony and the absence of conflict, war, or disturbance. It is used to describe both global stability between nations and a quiet, tranquil personal lifestyle or environment.
和平
A1和平 (wahei) refers to a state of peace or the restoration of peace, specifically in a diplomatic or formal context between conflicting parties. Unlike the more general word for peace (平和), it often implies the process of ending a war or dispute through negotiation.
休戦
A1A temporary cessation of fighting or conflict by mutual agreement; a truce or armistice. It indicates a period where parties agree to stop hostile actions, whether in a literal war or a metaphorical argument.
停戦
A1A temporary cessation of fighting or a ceasefire agreement between opposing forces in a conflict. It is used when parties agree to stop hostilities to allow for negotiations, humanitarian aid, or the permanent end of a war.
組織
A1Soshiki refers to a structured group of people working together for a specific purpose, such as a company, institution, or system. It can also refer to biological tissue in a medical or scientific context, describing how cells are arranged.
協会
A1An organized group of people who have the same interest, job, or purpose. It is commonly used for professional bodies, sports leagues, or non-profit organizations that represent a collective interest.
学会
A1An academic society or a professional organization where scholars and researchers share their findings. It also commonly refers to the specific academic conferences or meetings organized by these groups.
法人
A1A legal entity or organization, such as a company or non-profit, that is recognized by law as having rights and duties similar to those of a person. It distinguishes a group or institution from an individual human being in legal and business matters.
組合
A1A formal organization or association formed by individuals or groups with a common interest, most commonly referring to a labor union or a cooperative. It describes a collective body where members work together to achieve shared social, economic, or professional goals.
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