Translation and Meaning of: 反する - hansuru
The Japanese word 「反する」(hansuru) is a verb that means "to oppose," "to disagree," or "to contradict." In various contexts, it can be used to indicate resistance to a norm or rejection of previously established ideas. When dealing with concepts that involve disagreement or opposition, this word is often employed to describe actions or feelings that go against the expected or the usual.
In the etymology of the word, 「反」(han) is the Kanji that carries the core meaning of "opposition" or "contrary." This Kanji, by itself, has many applications with meanings that involve resistance, difference, or deviation from a recognized pattern. On the other hand, 「する」(suru) is a linking verb frequently used in Japanese to transform nouns into verbs, allowing actions to be expressed. This combination makes 「反する」an effective expression to describe the action of opposing.
The use of 「反する」can be found in various everyday and formal situations. For example, it can be used in a legal context to refer to acts that go against laws or regulations. In the workplace or academic environment, it can describe an idea that challenges existing norms or previously accepted trends of thought. However, it can also be employed in a broader sense, illustrating daily resistances to certain expectations or social conventions.
The versatility of the word can also be seen in its variations. Usually, it can be altered to adjust the verb tense, as in 「反した」(hanshita) to indicate a past action. The word's ability to adapt to different tenses and situations expands its use, allowing it to be employed in a wide range of contexts in the Japanese language. This helps capture and express nuances of disagreement, which can vary from mild discontent to strong resistance.
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Verb conjugation of 反する
- 反する neutral form
- 反した past
- 反します Formal gift
- 反しています Present continuous
- 反される ive
Synonyms and similar words
- 違反する ( Ihan suru ) - Violate, infringe (more legal or formal usage)
- 破る ( Yaburu ) - Break, tear (usually used for objects or rules)
- 違う ( Chigau ) - To be different, to diverge (more general use, not necessarily related to rules)
- 逆らう ( Sakarau ) - Disobey, oppose (to confront rules or authority)
- そむく ( Somuku ) - Diverge, retreat (suggesting betrayal or non-compliance)
Related words
Romaji: hansuru
Kana: はんする
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n1
Translation / Meaning: be inconsistent with; oppose; contradict; transgress
Meaning in English: to be inconsistent with;to oppose;to contradict;to transgress;to rebel
Definition: contradictory things. to oppose. To show the opposite direction or result.
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How to Write in Japanese - (反する) hansuru
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Example Sentences - (反する) hansuru
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Ihan wa hōritsu ni ihan suru kōi desu
A violation is an act that violates the law.
- 違反 - violation
- は - Topic particle
- 法律 - law
- に - target particle
- 違反する - violate
- 行為 - after
- です - Verb to be/estar in the present
Kare wa kisoku ni hansuru koudou o shita
He acted in disagreement with the rules.
He acted against the rules.
- 彼 - The Japanese personal pronoun that means "he" is "彼" (kare).
- は - Japanese topic particle
- 規則 - Japanese noun meaning "rule"
- に - destination particle in Japanese
- 反する - Japanese verb that means "to go against", "violate"
- 行動 - Japanese noun meaning "action"
- を - Direct Object Particle in Japanese
- した - Japanese past tense verb meaning "did"
Hōritsu ni hihan suru to basserareru
You will be punished if you break the law.
- 法律 (hou ritsu) - law
- に (ni) - particle that indicates action or destination
- 違反する (i han suru) - violate, infringe
- と (to) - particle indicating condition or consequence
- 罰せられる (batsu serareru) - ser punido
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