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meritocracy; merit-based system; principle of rewarding ability
A system or philosophy that evaluates and rewards people based on their actual ability and performance rather than seniority, connections, or background.
この会社は実力主義だ。
This company is a meritocracy.
実力主義の職場では、年齢に関係なく昇進できる。
In a merit-based workplace, you can be promoted regardless of age.
日本の企業も年功序列から実力主義へと移行しつつある。
Japanese companies are also transitioning from seniority-based to merit-based systems.
USAGE:
Often discussed in contrast with 年功序列 (seniority system), which has been the traditional model in Japanese companies. The shift toward 実力主義 is a major topic in Japanese business culture.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 実力主義の会社 (a merit-based company)
- 実力主義を導入する (to introduce a merit-based system)
- 完全実力主義 (pure meritocracy)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 年功序列: seniority system — the traditional Japanese counterpart
- 能力主義: ability-based principle — near synonym