Translation guide
Describes a person who is tolerant, open to different ideas, and not narrow in their thinking. In Japanese, this is expressed through adjectives and descriptive phrases that emphasize generosity of spirit, lack of prejudice, and acceptance of diversity.
To describe someone who is not narrow-minded, who accepts views, lifestyles, or people different from their own.
He is a broad-minded person.
Because she's broad-minded, she accepts any opinion.
Means 'tolerant' or 'lenient'. Often used in more formal contexts or to describe a society or attitude. Can be used for people.
To interact with a tolerant attitude.
She is a very tolerant person.
Literally 'without prejudice'. Emphasizes the absence of bias or preconceived notions. More direct about lack of prejudice.
To have an unprejudiced view.
Literally 'field of vision is wide'. More about having a broad perspective or wide-ranging knowledge, but can imply open-mindedness.
He has a broad perspective, so he can understand various cultures.
To describe someone who is not conservative or rigid, willing to try new things or consider radical ideas.
Loanword from English 'open-minded'. Commonly used in casual and business contexts to mean receptive to new ideas.
Talking with open-minded people is fun.
Means 'flexible in thinking'. Emphasizes adaptability and lack of rigidity. Suitable for describing someone who can change their mind or accept new methods.
Means 'progressive'. Often used for political or social attitudes, implying forward-thinking and open to reform.
心が広い is the most natural, everyday expression for a person's character. 寛容な is slightly more formal and can be used for policies, societies, or attitudes. For describing a friend, 心が広い is better.
My friend is broad-minded.
This country is tolerant of religion.
Do not directly translate 'broad-minded' as 広い心 (hiroi kokoro) as a standalone noun phrase; it sounds unnatural. Use the full phrase 心が広い or 心の広い人.
A boss with flexible thinking is reliable.
His progressive ideas are popular with young people.