B2 noun Neutral

回避

/kai.çi/

The act of avoiding something unpleasant, dangerous, or difficult. It can refer to physical avoidance or avoiding a specific outcome or responsibility.

Examples

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1

渋滞を回避するために裏道を通った。

I took back roads to avoid traffic.

2

リスク回避のための戦略を立てる。

Develop strategies for risk avoidance.

3

倒産を回避するために資金調達を行う。

Raise funds to avoid bankruptcy.

Word Family

Noun
回避
Verb
回避する
Adjective
回避的な
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Memory Tip

Kai (revolve/return) + Hi (avoid) = turning away to avoid something.

Quick Quiz

投資家は常に大きな損失を( )しようとする。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 回避

Examples

1

渋滞を回避するために裏道を通った。

everyday

I took back roads to avoid traffic.

2

リスク回避のための戦略を立てる。

academic

Develop strategies for risk avoidance.

3

倒産を回避するために資金調達を行う。

business

Raise funds to avoid bankruptcy.

4

責任を回避するような発言は控えてください。

formal

Please refrain from making remarks that seem to avoid responsibility.

5

めんどくさいことを回避したい。

informal

I want to avoid bothersome things.

Word Family

Noun
回避
Verb
回避する
Adjective
回避的な

Common Collocations

リスク回避 risk avoidance
衝突を回避する to avoid a collision
責任回避 avoidance of responsibility
問題を回避する to avoid a problem
回避不能 unavoidable

Common Phrases

最悪のシナリオを回避する

to avoid the worst-case scenario

ダブルブッキングの回避

avoiding double booking

課税回避

tax avoidance

Often Confused With

回避 vs 避ける

Yokeru is often physical (dodging a car), while Kaihi is more abstract or systemic (avoiding a crisis).

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Usage Notes

Frequently used in business and academic contexts regarding risk management.

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Common Mistakes

Do not confuse it with 'Kaifuku' (recovery).

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Memory Tip

Kai (revolve/return) + Hi (avoid) = turning away to avoid something.

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Word Origin

Sino-Japanese word meaning 'to turn away and avoid'.

Grammar Patterns

〜を回避する 〜の回避

Quick Quiz

投資家は常に大きな損失を( )しようとする。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 回避

More general words

無駄

A1

Refers to something that is wasteful, useless, or futile. It describes actions, efforts, or resources that do not produce a useful result or are unnecessary.

進歩

A1

Progress or improvement, specifically describing a forward movement in skills, technology, or society. It refers to the process of becoming more advanced, effective, or better over time.

類似

A1

Ruiji refers to the state where two or more things resemble each other in appearance, nature, or quality. It is a formal way to describe similarities or common traits between objects or ideas.

実践

A1

The act of putting a theory, idea, or plan into actual practice or action. It emphasizes the movement from abstract thought or knowledge to real-world application.

利用

A1

The act of using a service, facility, or resource effectively to achieve a specific purpose. It often implies making good use of something or taking advantage of a system provided to the public.

使用

A1

The act of employing or utilizing an object, tool, or facility for a specific purpose. It is a formal or neutral term commonly found in instructions, public signs, and professional documentation.

内容

A1

The substance, essence, or specific details contained within something such as a book, speech, or document. It refers to what a subject consists of rather than its outward appearance or form.

異常

A1

A word used to describe something that deviates from the normal state, standard, or expected pattern. It often implies a problem, malfunction, or an extraordinary occurrence that requires attention or investigation.

状態

A1

Refers to the current condition, status, or appearance of a person, object, or situation. It describes how something is at a specific moment in time.

場合

A1

The word 'baai' refers to a specific situation, case, or circumstance. It is frequently used as a noun to set a condition, similar to saying 'in the event of' or 'if' in English.

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