長所
A strong point or a good quality of a person or thing.
Examples
3 of 5誰にでも長所と短所がある。
Everyone has strengths and weaknesses.
本製品の長所は、耐久性の高さにあります。
The strength of this product lies in its high durability.
君の長所は、いつも明るいところだね。
Your best quality is that you're always cheerful.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Chou' (long/excellent) + 'Sho' (place/point). The 'long' or superior point.
Quick Quiz
彼は自分の（ ）を活かして、リーダーとして活躍している。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 長所
Examples
誰にでも長所と短所がある。
everydayEveryone has strengths and weaknesses.
本製品の長所は、耐久性の高さにあります。
formalThe strength of this product lies in its high durability.
君の長所は、いつも明るいところだね。
informalYour best quality is that you're always cheerful.
この手法の長所について論じる。
academicDiscuss the merits of this method.
面接では、自分の長所をアピールすることが大切だ。
businessIn an interview, it's important to promote your strengths.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
長所を挙げる
to list strengths
長所を褒める
to praise someone's good points
隠れた長所
hidden strength
Often Confused With
Chousho is mostly used for people's characters or inherent qualities, while riten is used for systems, locations, or choices.
Usage Notes
A standard word for job interviews and personality descriptions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often say 'tsuyomi' in casual conversation, but 'chousho' is the standard academic/neutral term.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Chou' (long/excellent) + 'Sho' (place/point). The 'long' or superior point.
Word Origin
Chou (long/superior) + Sho (place/point).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Japanese job interviews, you are almost always asked to state your 'Chousho' and 'Tansho'.
Quick Quiz
彼は自分の（ ）を活かして、リーダーとして活躍している。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 長所
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