Translation of Japanese word "反対する" to English
反対する
はんたいする
[hantaisuru]
IPA: /hantai ɕuɾu/
Meaning
VerbTo attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
How to use
反対する (hantai suru) — 'to oppose / object to'. 案に反対する — oppose a plan. Antonym: 賛成する (sansei suru).
🇬🇧 English
to oppose / object
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 反対する
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): はんたいする
Romaji Transcription: hantaisuru
Example Sentences
彼はその計画に反対する。
かれ は その けいかく に はんたい する。
He is opposed to the plan.
彼女はその考えに反対する。
かのじょ は その かんがえ に はんたい する。
She is opposed to the idea.
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Common phrases
- 計画に反対する— to oppose a plan
Frequency rank: #368 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "反対する" mean?▼
The Japanese word "反対する" means "to oppose / object" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "反対する"?▼
The word "反対する" is read as "はんたいする" (hantaisuru). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "反対する"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to the act of opposing or disagreeing with a particular idea or proposal.".
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