A1 noun Formal #2,999 most common

配慮

hairyo /ha i ɾʲo/

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

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1

ご配慮ありがとうございます。

Thank you for your consideration.

2

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.

3

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

Noun
配慮
Verb
配慮する
Adverb
配慮をもって
Adjective
配慮深い
Related
気配り
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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

1

ご配慮ありがとうございます。

everyday

Thank you for your consideration.

2

環境への配慮が、この製品の最も重要な点です。

formal

Consideration for the environment is the most important point of this product.

3

もっと周りの人に配慮してよ。

informal

Show a bit more consideration for the people around you.

4

本調査では、個人情報の取り扱いに十分な配慮を行った。

academic

In this survey, sufficient consideration was given to the handling of personal information.

5

取引先への配慮を欠かさないようにしてください。

business

Please ensure you do not lack consideration for our business partners.

Word Family

Noun
配慮
Verb
配慮する
Adverb
配慮をもって
Adjective
配慮深い
Related
気配り

Common Collocations

配慮が行き届く to be thoroughly considerate
配慮を欠く to lack consideration
細やかな配慮 detailed/meticulous consideration
特別な配慮 special consideration
配慮を示す to show consideration

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

配慮 vs 考慮

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.

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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.

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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.'

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Memory Tip

Think of 'Hai' (to distribute) and 'Ryo' (care/thought). You are 'distributing your care' to everyone around you.

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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

Noun + に配慮する (to show consideration for...) Noun + への配慮 (consideration toward...) ご配慮 (honorific form used to thank superiors)
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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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