Translation guide
The English word 'accepting' can describe a person's tolerant attitude, the act of receiving something, or formally agreeing to terms. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Describing a person who is accepting of others, ideas, or differences.
Physically or figuratively receiving something offered, such as a gift, application, or responsibility.
Formally agreeing to a proposal, condition, or fact, often in business or serious contexts.
Means 'to consent' or 'accept' a request, offer, or condition. Common in formal situations.
条件を承諾する。
Accept the terms.
彼はその申し出を承諾した。
He accepted the offer.
受け取る is for physically receiving items or messages. 受け入れる is for accepting abstract things like ideas, people, or situations. For 'accepting a gift', use 受け取る, not 受け入れる.
Avoid directly translating 'accepting person' as 受け入れている人. Use 寛容な人 or 心が広い人 for a tolerant personality.
Means 'tolerant' or 'broad-minded'. Often used for accepting different opinions, cultures, or behaviors.
彼はとても寛容な人だ。
He is a very accepting person.
異文化に対して寛容であることが大切だ。
It's important to be accepting of different cultures.
Literally 'to accept/receive'. Can describe accepting a person, idea, or situation with an open mind.
彼女はいつも新しい考えを受け入れる。
She is always accepting of new ideas.
Means 'broad-minded' or 'generous-hearted'. A natural way to describe an accepting personality.
あの人は心が広いから、誰とでも仲良くなれる。
That person is very accepting, so they can get along with anyone.
Means 'understanding' or 'sympathetic'. Implies accepting someone's situation or feelings.
彼は私の事情に理解がある。
He is accepting of my circumstances.
The most common word for 'accept' in the sense of receiving an object, message, or payment.
プレゼントを受け取った。
I accepted the present.
申し込みを受け取る。
Accept applications.
Used for accepting something more abstract or large-scale, like refugees, demands, or a new system.
難民を受け入れる。
Accept refugees.
彼の提案を受け入れた。
I accepted his proposal.
Formal term for accepting documents, applications, or reports officially.
申請を受理しました。
We have accepted your application.
Means 'to acknowledge and accept', often used when giving permission or understanding a situation.
ご了承ください。
Please accept (these terms).
Means 'to admit' or 'accept' a fact, fault, or reality. Often used for acknowledging something unpleasant.
彼は自分の間違いを認めた。
He accepted his mistake.