Translation and Meaning of: 相手 - aite
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 相手 (aite) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: aite
Kana: あいて
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: partner; partner; company
Meaning in English: companion;partner;company
Definition: Something that is the subject of conflict or contrast in communication or dialogue.
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Explanation and Etymology - (相手) aite
The Japanese word 「相手」 (aite) is a combination of two Kanji: 「相」 which can mean "mutual" or "reciprocal" and 「手」 which means "hand". Together, they form the idea of "partner" or "opponent", depending on the context. The essence of the word reflects its origin, where relationship and duality play essential roles, whether in collaboration or in competition.
The definition of 「相手」 is quite fluid and can be adapted to a variety of situations. Most of the time, it refers to a counterpart in a scenario, which could be a friend with whom one plays, an opponent in a match, or a partner in a dance. This term is quite versatile and widely used in social, sports, and even professional contexts. In an office, for example, a 「相手」 could be a colleague from another department with whom one collaborates on a project.
The origin of the word is rooted in fundamental human interactions, where two parties inevitably need to interact, understand, or confront each other. In Japanese culture, which places great value on social relationships and the relational context, 「相手」 also carries a nuance of respect and recognition of the other in an interaction. Therefore, when using the word in everyday life, there is an implicit acknowledgment of the importance of the other side in the social or competitive equation.
Variations and Common Uses
- In martial arts, a 「相手」 is the opponent with whom one practices or competes, highlighting the aspect of duality and mutual respect.
- In theater or dance, an 「相手」 can refer to a scene or dance partner, demonstrating the collaboration needed to create a harmonious performance.
- In business, a 「相手」 can be a business partner or even a counterpart in a negotiation, indicating the dynamic roles that the parties can assume.
The versatility of the word aite demonstrates how the Japanese language can capture nuances of human interactions. Regardless of whether we are in a dojo, on a stage, or in a meeting room, the term reminds us of the importance of recognizing and respecting those we interact with or face daily.
Synonyms and similar words
- 対戦相手 (Taisen aite) - Opponent in a competition
- 相手方 (Aitegata) - Person or side in opposition in a formal context
- 対手 (Taisetsu) - Opponent or rival, usually in a sports or competitive context.
- ライバル (Raibaru) - Rival, often used in contexts of personal or business competition
- 敵 (Teki) - Enemy can refer to an opponent in a hostile sense.
- 反対者 (Hantai-sha) - Opponent or someone who opposes an idea, group, or system
- 相手側 (Aitegawa) - Opposite party in a situation, such as in disputes or negotiations
- 相手チーム (Aite chīmu) - Time opponent in a sports competition
- 相手選手 (Aite senshu) - Opponent in a sports competition
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: あいて aite
How to Write in Japanese - (相手) aite
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (相手) aite:
Example Sentences - (相手) aite
Below are some example sentences:
Kare wa aite wo tsuita
He pushed the opponent.
He pierced the opponent.
- 彼 (kare) - He
- は (wa) - Topic particle
- 相手 (aite) - Opponent, adversary, enemy
- を (wo) - Direct Object Particle
- 突いた (tsuita) - Punctured, stabbed, struck
Taidowa wa aite o rikai suru tame no juuyou na shudan desu
Dialogue is an important means of understanding the other person.
Dialogue is an important means to understand the other person.
- 対話 (taiwa) - dialogue
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 相手 (aite) - another person, interlocutor
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 理解する (rikai suru) - understand
- ための (tame no) - para
- 重要な (juuyou na) - important
- 手段 (shudan) - middle, method
- です (desu) - verb to be/estar
Koushou wa aite to no komyunikeeshon no juuyou na youso desu
Negotiations are an important factor in communicating with the other party.
- 交渉 - negotiation
- は - topic particle
- 相手 - partner/opponent
- と - connecting particle
- の - possession particle
- コミュニケーション - Communication
- の - possession particle
- 重要な - important
- 要素 - element
- です - verb to be/estar
Sonzou wa aite wo taisetsu ni suru koto desu
Respect is to treat the other with importance.
Respect is to value the other person.
- 尊重 - respeito
- は - topic particle
- 相手 - another person, partner
- を - direct object particle
- 大切 - important, valuable
- に - target particle
- する - do, accomplish
- こと - thing, fact
- です - verb "to be"
Kare wa aite o nagutta
He hit the opponent.
He won the opponent.
- 彼 (kare) - personal pronoun meaning "he"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 相手 (aite) - noun that means "opponent" or "adversary"
- を (wo) - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
- 殴った (nagutta) - verb in the past that means "hit" or "punched"
Kare wa shoubu de aite wo oshikitta
He won the match by overcoming his opponent.
He pushed the opponent in the game.
- 彼 - Japanese pronoun meaning "he"
- は - topic particle in Japanese
- 勝負 - Japanese noun meaning "game", "competition"
- で - particle that indicates the means or the way of doing something in Japanese
- 相手 - Japanese noun meaning "opponent", "adversary"
- を - object particle in Japanese
- 押し切った - Japanese verb in the past that means "completely conquer", "defeat"
Kare wa kyōsō aite o shinogu chikara o motte iru
He has the power to surpass his competitors.
He has the power to surpass competitors.
- 彼 - Japanese personal pronoun meaning "he"
- は - topic particle in Japanese
- 競争 - Japanese noun that means "competition"
- 相手 - Japanese noun that means "opponent" or "adversary."
- を - object particle in Japanese
- 凌ぐ - Japanese verb that means "to overcome" or "to surpass."
- 力 - Japanese noun that means "strength" or "power."
- 持っている - a Japanese verb that means "to have" or "to possess"
Sōteki o sonchō suru koto ga taisetsu desu
It is important to respect your opponent.
It is important to respect the other person.
- 相手 - (the other) person
- を - object particle
- 尊重する - to respect
- こと - verb noun
- が - subject particle
- 大切 - important
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
Aite wo taisetsu ni shimashou
Let's value our partners.
Take care of your opponent.
- 相手 (aite) - means "partner" or "opponent" in Japanese
- を (wo) - object particle in Japanese
- 大切 (taisetsu) - means "important" or "precious" in Japanese
- に (ni) - target particle in Japanese
- しましょう (shimashou) - "We will do"
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