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浅慮
senryo
What does "浅慮" mean?
shortsightedness彼の浅慮な判断が会社に損害を与えた。
His shortsighted decision caused damage to the company.
How to use "浅慮" correctly?
formal
lack of careful consideration or foresight; shortsightedness in decision-making.
政治家の浅慮な発言が国際問題を引き起こした。
The politician's shortsighted remarks sparked an international issue.
Often used in formal contexts to criticize poor judgment or lack of long-term thinking.
Pro Tip
Avoiding 浅慮
When giving advice, use phrases like 「長期的な視点を持つ」 (have a long-term perspective) or 「慎重に考える」 (think carefully) to encourage deeper consideration.
Gold Rule
When to use 浅慮
Use 浅慮 when criticizing a decision or action that ignores future risks or consequences. It implies a lack of wisdom rather than mere carelessness.
Word Origin
Composed of 浅 (sen, 'shallow') and 慮 (ryo, 'consideration' or 'thought'). The compound dates back to classical Chinese and was adopted into Japanese with the same meaning.
Usage Notes
Used to describe decisions or actions that prioritize immediate gains or convenience over long-term consequences. Common in political, business, and personal contexts.
Word Breakdown
浅
shallow, superficial, lacking depth
root慮
consideration, thought, deliberation
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