1.
consideration; thoughtfulness; care
The act of being mindful of others' feelings, circumstances, or needs and acting accordingly.
周りへの配慮が大切だ。
Consideration for others is important.
ご配慮いただきありがとうございます。
Thank you for your kind consideration.
環境に配慮した製品を作る。
We make environmentally conscious products.
ETYMOLOGY:
配 (distribute, arrange) + 慮 (consideration, thought)
USAGE PATTERNS:
- 〜に配慮する - to be considerate of ~
- 〜への配慮 - consideration for ~
- ご配慮 - (your) consideration (honorific)
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 環境への配慮 - environmental consideration
- 安全への配慮 - safety considerations
- 配慮に欠ける - to lack consideration
RELATED:
- 思いやり - compassion, thoughtfulness
- 気遣い - concern, solicitude
- 心遣い - thoughtfulness