配慮
配慮 (hairyo) refers to showing consideration, care, or thoughtfulness toward others' feelings, needs, or circumstances. It is frequently used in formal or polite contexts to describe acting in a way that avoids causing trouble or shows specific attention to someone's welfare.
Examples
3 of 5ご配慮ありがとうございます。
Thank you for your consideration.
環境への配慮が、この製品の最も重要な点です。
Consideration for the environment is the most important point of this product.
もっと周りの人に配慮してよ。
Show a bit more consideration for the people around you.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Hai' (to distribute) and 'Ryo' (care/thought). You are 'distributing your care' to everyone around you.
Quick Quiz
お忙しい中、温かいご( )をいただき、ありがとうございます。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 配慮
Examples
ご配慮ありがとうございます。
everydayThank you for your consideration.
環境への配慮が、この製品の最も重要な点です。
formalConsideration for the environment is the most important point of this product.
もっと周りの人に配慮してよ。
informalShow a bit more consideration for the people around you.
本調査では、個人情報の取り扱いに十分な配慮を行った。
academicIn this survey, sufficient consideration was given to the handling of personal information.
取引先への配慮を欠かさないようにしてください。
businessPlease ensure you do not lack consideration for our business partners.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
ご配慮のおかげで
Thanks to your consideration
~に配慮して
In consideration of...
適切な配慮
Appropriate consideration
Often Confused With
考慮 is the logical consideration of facts or variables when making a decision, while 配慮 focuses on caring for people's feelings or well-being.
Usage Notes
配慮 is a high-register word often used when thanking someone for their kindness (ご配慮) or when discussing policy and professional ethics. It implies a proactive effort to be kind or helpful.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use 遠慮 (enryo) instead; remember that 遠慮 means 'restraining yourself' or 'holding back,' whereas 配慮 means 'actively thinking of others.'
Memory Tip
Think of 'Hai' (to distribute) and 'Ryo' (care/thought). You are 'distributing your care' to everyone around you.
Word Origin
Derived from the Chinese characters '配' (distribute/arrange) and '慮' (thought/prudence), meaning to arrange one's thoughts toward a specific goal or person.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Japan, 配慮 is a key aspect of social harmony (Wa), reflecting the cultural importance of anticipating others' needs without being asked.
Quick Quiz
お忙しい中、温かいご( )をいただき、ありがとうございます。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 配慮
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