Translation and Meaning of: 態度 - taido
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 態度 (taido) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: taido
Kana: たいど
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: attitude; manner
Meaning in English: attitude;manner
Definition: The way people express their thoughts and feelings.
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Explanation and Etymology - (態度) taido
The Japanese word 「態度」 (taido) is commonly used to describe a person's posture or attitude towards something or someone. The etymology of 「態度」 is composed of two kanji: 「態」 (tai), which represents state or condition, and 「度」 (do), which means degree, measure, or extent. Together, they form a concept that refers to the way a person behaves or responds in different situations.
Originally, the kanji 「態」 carries the meaning of disposition or appearance, often associating itself with a person's visible behavior in social contexts. On the other hand, 「度」 is a versatile kanji, frequently used to measure or quantify something. When combined, 「態度」 is interpreted as the measure or quality of an individual's way of being and behavior. This combination of kanjis effectively captures the idea of an internal expression that becomes visible through actions and behaviors.
.In the context of daily use, 「態度」 (taido) can be employed in various situations: when evaluating a student's behavior in the classroom, when discussing a colleague's professional conduct, or even when assessing service in a store or establishment. It is a word of significant breadth, used in both formal and informal contexts, and reflects an important characteristic in human interactions: the way we shape and express our feelings and intentions through our actions and behaviors.
In addition to being an important reference in the social context, the evaluation of 「態度」 can also reflect in broader outcomes, such as professional success, interpersonal relationships, and even the public perception of a person or institution. The concepts of "good attitude" and "bad attitude," although subjective, are often discussed and evaluated for personal improvement and growth. Therefore, understanding the dimension and importance of 「態度」 in the Japanese language is essential for those seeking a more harmonious and effective interaction within the various social spheres.
Synonyms and similar words
- 姿勢 (shisei) - Posture, the way to position oneself.
- 振る舞い (furumai) - Behavior, way of acting.
- 行動 (koudou) - Action, way of acting.
- 言動 (gendou) - Words and actions, verbal and physical behavior.
- 姿 (sugata) - Appearance, shape, or figure.
- 態勢 (taisei) - State or condition, configuration.
- 態度作り (taidodzukuri) - Development of attitude, formation of a specific mental posture.
- 態度表明 (taidohyoubmei) - Statement of attitude, express personal position.
- 態度示す (taidoshimesu) - Show attitude, highlight a position or opinion.
- 態度良し (taidoyoshi) - Good attitude, positive attitude.
- 態度悪し (taidoashi) - Bad attitude, negative attitude.
- 態度改善 (taido kaizen) - Improvement of attitude, the process of becoming more positive.
- 態度変化 (taido henka) - Change of attitude, alteration in mental posture.
- 態度調整 (taido chousei) - Adjustment of attitude, adaptation of posture in the face of new circumstances.
- 態度向上 (taido koujou) - Increase in attitude, elevation of mental posture.
- 態度問題 (taido mondai) - Attitude problems, challenges related to someone's posture.
- 態度不良 (taido furyou) - Inappropriate attitude, improper posture.
- 態度正常化 (taido seijouka) - Normalization of attitude, process of adjusting posture.
- 態度改める (taido aratameru) - Review the attitude, change the mental posture.
- 態度改革 (taido kaikaku) - Attitude reform, a profound transformation in the way of acting or thinking.
- 態度矯正 (taido kyousei) - Correction of attitude, adjust inappropriate behaviors.
- 態度修正 (taido shuusei) - Correction of attitude, change to a more appropriate posture.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: たいど taido
How to Write in Japanese - (態度) taido
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (態度) taido:
Example Sentences - (態度) taido
Below are some example sentences:
Doudou to shita taido de chousen suru
Challenge with a confident attitude.
Challenge with a dignified attitude.
- 堂々とした - dignified, imposing
- 態度 - atitude
- で - particle that indicates medium, form
- 挑戦する - challenge, face
Kare wa tsuyoki na taido de hanashita
He spoke with a strong attitude.
He spoke with an upbeat attitude.
- 彼 - Japanese pronoun meaning "he"
- は - topic particle in Japanese
- 強気 - Japanese adjective meaning "confident" or "bold"
- な - Japanese particle used to modify an adjective
- 態度 - Japanese noun meaning "attitude"
- で - Japanese particle that indicates the means or way in which something is done
- 話した - Japanese verb meaning "spoke" (past tense)
Kare wa narenarenashii taido o totta
He adopted a familiar attitude.
- 彼 - Japanese personal pronoun meaning "he"
- は - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 馴れ馴れしい - Japanese adjective meaning "familiar" or "intimate" in a negative sense, as something that is overly familiar or invasive
- 態度 - Japanese noun that means "attitude" or "behavior"
- を - object particle indicating the direct object of the sentence
- 取った - Japanese verb in the past that means "took" or "adopted"
Kenkyo na taido ga taisetsu desu
A humble attitude is important.
A humble attitude is important.
- 謙虚な - humble
- 態度 - atitude
- が - subject particle
- 大切 - important
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
Seigi na taido wa yurusenai
Arrogance is not tolerated.
I cannot forgive a sassy attitude.
- 生意気な - adjective meaning "arrogant", "presumptuous".
- 態度 - noun meaning "attitude", "behavior".
- は - particle that marks the topic of the sentence.
- 許せない - verb in the negative form meaning "cannot be allowed", "cannot be tolerated".
Burei na taido wa yurusarenai
Rude behavior is not allowed.
Unrivaled attitude is not allowed.
- 無礼な態度 - musabori na taido- rude behavior
- は - wa- topic particle
- 許されない - untranslatable- not allowed, not tolerated
Taiman na taido wa yurusarenai
The negligent attitude is not tolerated.
An insignificant attitude is not allowed.
- 怠慢 - negligence, laziness
- な - particle that indicates adjective
- 態度 - attitude, behavior
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 許されない - it is not allowed, it is not acceptable
Kanojo no taido wa reitan datta
Her demeanor was cold and indifferent.
Her attitude was cold.
- 彼女 - she
- の - in
- 態度 - atitude
- は - é
- 冷淡 - cold
- だった - was
Kare wa shōkyokuteki na taido o totte iru
He is adopting a passive attitude.
He has a reluctant attitude.
- 彼 - He
- は - Topic particle
- 消極的な - Passive, negative
- 態度 - Attitude
- を - Direct Object Particle
- とっている - It's having
Kare no taido wa totemo tsumetai desu
Your attitude is very cold.
- 彼の (kare no) - from him
- 態度 (taido) - attitude
- は (wa) - topic particle
- とても (totemo) - very
- 冷たい (tsumetai) - cold
- です (desu) - polite way of "to be"
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