納得
The act of understanding and accepting something as reasonable, valid, or satisfactory. It implies not just intellectual comprehension, but also a sense of being personally convinced or in agreement with a conclusion.
Examples
3 of 5彼の説明を聞いて、やっと納得しました。
After hearing his explanation, I finally understood and accepted it.
契約の内容について、十分な納得をいただく必要があります。
It is necessary to receive your full consent and understanding regarding the contents of the contract.
それ、本当に納得してるの?
Are you really okay with that?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Imagine 'Natto' (sticky beans) sticking to your brain. When an idea 'sticks' and fits perfectly without falling off, you have 'Nattoku'.
Quick Quiz
先生の説明を聞いて、やっと( )がいきました。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 納得
Examples
彼の説明を聞いて、やっと納得しました。
everydayAfter hearing his explanation, I finally understood and accepted it.
契約の内容について、十分な納得をいただく必要があります。
formalIt is necessary to receive your full consent and understanding regarding the contents of the contract.
それ、本当に納得してるの?
informalAre you really okay with that?
本研究の結果は、既存の理論と照らし合わせても納得がいくものである。
academicThe results of this study are convincing when compared with existing theories.
クライアントが納得するまで、修正を繰り返しました。
businessWe repeated the revisions until the client was satisfied.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
納得のいく答え
a satisfying answer
納得がいかない
cannot accept / doesn't make sense
納得の表情
a look of conviction
Often Confused With
Rikai is purely intellectual understanding of facts, whereas Nattoku includes emotional acceptance or being convinced.
Usage Notes
Commonly used with the verb 'iku' (納得がいく) to mean something 'sits right' with you, or as a suru-verb (納得する) to mean 'to be convinced'. It is often used when a doubt or question has been resolved.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'wakaru' (to understand) when they should use 'nattoku' to express that they are satisfied with an explanation. 'Nattoku' is about the quality of the reason, not just the clarity of the words.
Memory Tip
Imagine 'Natto' (sticky beans) sticking to your brain. When an idea 'sticks' and fits perfectly without falling off, you have 'Nattoku'.
Word Origin
Originally a Buddhist term meaning to 'receive and understand' the teachings deep in one's heart.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Japanese culture, reaching 'nattoku' is essential in decision-making processes (nemawashi) to ensure everyone is genuinely on board, rather than just following orders.
Quick Quiz
先生の説明を聞いて、やっと( )がいきました。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 納得
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