反対
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Noun meaning 'opposition', 'resistance', or 'against'. Can be used as a standalone term or in phrases like 『反対する』 (hantai suru, 'to oppose'). Example: 『彼はその計画に反対です』 (Kare wa sono keikaku ni hantai desu, 'He is against that plan').
Theme
In a community meeting, User and their neighbor Aiko are discussing a proposed local park renovation project that has sparked some debate among residents.
反対
はんたい
opposition / resistance (noun)
Core Language Building BlocksCore Forms & Grammar Patterns
Memory Hook
Think of 'anti' (meaning against) — 『反対』 (hantai, 'opposition') sounds like 'han-tai' where 'han' can remind you of 'anti' in English. 'Anti' → oppose → 反対!
Cultural Note
In Japanese society, expressing 『反対』 (hantai, 'opposition') is common in discussions, debates, or voting contexts. It's a polite way to disagree, often used in formal settings like meetings or political discourse.
Forms
Base: 反対Noun meaning 'opposition', 'resistance', or 'against'. Can be used as a standalone term or in phrases like 『反対する』 (hantai suru, 'to oppose'). Example: 『彼はその計画に反対です』 (Kare wa sono keikaku ni hantai desu, 'He is against that plan').