Translation guide
The concept of applying different rules or principles to different people or groups in similar situations, often unfairly. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with set phrases, and the idea is well understood.
Expressing that a rule or judgment is applied differently to different people or groups, implying unfairness.
Pointing out that someone is being hypocritical by applying different standards to themselves and others.
A common phrase meaning 'lenient on oneself, strict on others.' It captures the essence of a personal double standard.
Specifically referring to different expectations or judgments based on gender.
Explicitly states 'gender double standard.' Commonly used in discussions about gender equality.
ダブルスタンダード is a loanword and is perfectly natural in conversation. It can be used in both casual and formal settings, though in very formal writing, 二重基準 may be preferred.
While 二重基準 is a direct translation, it can sound stiff. In everyday speech, ダブルスタンダード or idiomatic phrases like 自分に甘い are more natural.
The most direct and common way to say 'double standard' in Japanese. It is a loanword and widely understood.
That's a double standard.
His opinion is a double standard.
A more formal, literal translation. Used in written or academic contexts.
This policy is based on a double standard.
Another formal term, often used in sociology or ethics. Less common than 二重基準.
Double standards exist in society.
He's easy on himself but hard on others.
Being easy on yourself and hard on others is a double standard.
Literally 'put one's own matters on a shelf,' meaning to ignore one's own faults while criticizing others. Implies a double standard.
How can you say that, ignoring your own faults?
There is still a gender double standard in the workplace.
A more formal way to say 'double standard based on gender.'
Gender-based double standards should be abolished.