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監督

kantoku
noun★Intermediate— supervisor
general

A person who oversees or manages a group, project, or activity, ensuring it runs smoothly and meets standards.

監督はプロジェクトの進捗を監視しています。

The supervisor is monitoring the project's progress.

監督は安全規則を守るように従業員に指示しました。

The supervisor instructed employees to follow safety rules.

💡

In Japanese, '監督' can refer to a manager, supervisor, or director, depending on the context.

Sports

In sports, a coach or manager who leads and directs a team.

監督は試合中に選手に戦略を指示しました。

The coach gave strategic instructions to the players during the game.

💡

In baseball, '監督' specifically refers to the team's manager.

Entertainment

In film or theater, a director who oversees the creative and technical aspects of a production.

監督は映画の撮影を指揮しています。

The director is overseeing the filming of the movie.

💡

In this context, '監督' is often translated as 'director.'

Collocations

監督するto supervise監督官inspector監督責任supervisory responsibility

Synonyms

管理者監督者指導者

Antonyms

部下従業員

Related Phrases

監督を務めるphrase
to serve as a supervisor
監督に任命されるphrase
to be appointed as a supervisor

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The meaning of '監督' varies by context—workplace, sports, or film. Pay attention to surrounding words to determine the correct translation.

⚡Gold Rule

Avoid Overlapping Meanings

Do not confuse '監督' with '監督者' (supervisor) or '監督官' (inspector). Each has nuanced differences.

📖Word Origin

From Chinese '監督' (jiāndū), meaning 'to inspect' or 'to oversee.' The kanji '監' means 'to inspect,' and '督' means 'to urge' or 'to supervise.'

📝Usage Notes

'監督' is a versatile term that can refer to a supervisor in a workplace, a coach in sports, or a director in film. The context usually clarifies the specific role.

Word Breakdown

監
to inspect
kanji
+
督
to urge or supervise
kanji
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