Meaning
View, Observe, Appearance, Look — This kanji often appears in words related to observation, perspective, and interpretation.
- 観光 — sightseeing
- 観察 — observation
- 観点 — point of view
- 悲観 — pessimism
- 楽観 — optimism
- 主観 — subjectivity
- 客観 — objectivity
This kanji combines the radical 見 ("to see") with elements that give it the nuance of judgment and philosophy. It frequently appears in compound words related to one's view of the world, beliefs, or outlook.
観光客が たくさんいます。
There are many tourists.
彼は 楽観的な性格です。
He has an optimistic personality.
この映画は 主観と客観の違いを描いています。
This film explores the difference between subjectivity and objectivity.
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