Translation guide
The practice of being exclusive or the belief in exclusivity, often in social, religious, or ideological contexts. This guide helps learners express the idea of exclusivism naturally in Japanese.
The belief that only one's own group, religion, or ideology is correct, excluding others.
The most direct translation for 'exclusivism' as a doctrine or principle. Commonly used in religious, political, or social contexts.
That religion practices exclusivism.
An adjective meaning 'exclusive' or 'cliquish'. Often used to describe attitudes, groups, or policies that shut others out.
His way of thinking is exclusivist.
Means 'closed' or 'insular'. Used for groups or communities that are not open to outsiders, emphasizing the lack of openness rather than active exclusion.
That community is exclusivist and doesn't accept new members.
Literally 'chosen people ideology'. Refers to the belief that a particular group is specially selected or superior, often with religious connotations. Stronger and more specific than general exclusivism.
That religious group is based on exclusivism (chosen people ideology).
The act of keeping something exclusive to a limited group, or the state of being restricted to a few.
Means 'monopoly' or 'exclusive possession'. Used when a group or entity holds exclusive rights or control over something, such as resources, markets, or privileges.
They practice exclusivism with information (they monopolize information).
A phrase meaning 'only a limited number of people'. Describes exclusivity in access or participation without the negative connotation of 'exclusivism' as an ideology.
The quality of being exclusive or exclusionary. Often used in academic or analytical contexts to discuss the nature of a system or group.
While 独占主義 (dokusen shugi) exists, it specifically refers to 'monopolism' in economics, not general social or religious exclusivism. Use 排他主義 for the ideological sense.
Exclusivism creates social divisions.
排他的 (haitateki) implies active exclusion or rejection of others, while 閉鎖的 (heisateki) suggests being closed off or insular, often passively. Choose based on whether the exclusivism is aggressive or simply unwelcoming.
That event is exclusivist; only a limited number of people can participate.
The exclusivism of this club is a problem.