1.
sense of belonging; group identity; feeling of attachment to a group
The psychological feeling of belonging to and identifying with a particular group, organization, or community. Important in Japanese social and workplace culture.
会社への帰属意識が強い。
He has a strong sense of belonging to the company.
リモートワークが増えて、社員の帰属意識が薄れてきた。
With the increase in remote work, employees' sense of belonging has weakened.
チームの帰属意識を高めるために、定期的にイベントを開催している。
To strengthen the team's sense of belonging, we hold events regularly.
USAGE:
A concept frequently discussed in business management and sociology. In Japanese workplace culture, 帰属意識 has traditionally been strong, but it has been declining with changes in employment patterns such as increased job-hopping and contract work.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 帰属意識が強い/薄い (strong/weak sense of belonging)
- 帰属意識を高める (to strengthen one's sense of belonging)
- 帰属意識を持つ (to have a sense of belonging)