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内面的価値観
ないめんてきかちかん
internal values
彼は内面的価値観を大切にして、行動を決めている。
He prioritizes his internal values when making decisions.
formal
One's deeply held personal beliefs and principles that guide behavior and decision-making, distinct from external or material values.
彼女は内面的価値観を重視する人だから、お金よりも誠実さを選ぶだろう。
She values internal values, so she’d likely choose integrity over money.
内面的価値観は、人生の方向性を決める重要な要素だ。
Internal values are a key factor in determining the direction of one’s life.
Often contrasted with 外面的価値観 (external/material values like wealth or status).
Collocations
内面的価値観を掘り下げるto delve into one's internal values内面的価値観が揺らぐone's internal values waver
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Pro Tip
Contextual Clues
If you see 内面的価値観 in a sentence, look for verbs like 重視する (prioritize), 尊重する (respect), or 揺らぐ (waver), which often indicate a focus on personal beliefs rather than external rewards.
Gold Rule
Internal vs. External
内面的価値観 always refers to personal, subjective beliefs, while 外面的価値観 refers to material or social rewards (e.g., money, status).
Word Origin
内面的 (ないめんてき, 'internal') + 価値観 (かちかん, 'values/value system'). Combines the philosophical concept of 'internal' (内面) with 'value system' (価値観), reflecting a modern psychological and sociological emphasis on personal beliefs over external rewards.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in psychology, self-help literature, and discussions about personal growth. Avoid confusing with 外面的価値観 (external/material values like wealth or social status).
Word Breakdown
内面的
internal, inward-looking
adjectival noun価値観
values, value system
noun和英辞典