1.
care; attentiveness
The act of paying careful attention to details and showing consideration for others.
Forms
心 (heart) + 配り (distribution, arrangement) → distributing one's heart = attentive care
Common expressions
- 心配りができる - to be capable of showing care
- 心配りが行き届く - to be thorough in one's attentiveness
- 心配りを忘れない - to not forget to show consideration
Usage
心配り emphasizes the behavioral aspect of showing care—actually doing things to help or accommodate others. It suggests attentive, proactive consideration.