1.
polite, courteous
Showing good manners and respect in speech or behavior.
2.
careful, thorough
Done with care and attention to detail.
丁寧 is a na-adjective with two main meanings: "polite" (in manner) and "careful/thorough" (in work).
FORMS:
- Na-adjective: 丁寧な + noun
- Adverbial: 丁寧に + verb
SENSE 1 - POLITE:
SENSE 2 - CAREFUL:
CONTRAST:
Related Words
Antonym:
乱暴 (rough)
Contrast:
細やか (warm, attentive (emotional))
Synonym:
丁重 (courteous; ceremonious)