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御大 (おんたい) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
boss ; chief ; head
A familiar and respectful term for a leader or boss, often used within a group to refer to the person in charge. Carries a slightly old-fashioned or jocular tone.
Kanji 御 honorable, manipulate, govern Similar words 親おや 分ぶん 親分 is more associated with yakuza or gang leaders, while 御大 is a broader, more lighthearted term for any respected boss.
大たい 将しょう 大将 can mean 'general' or 'boss' in a more commanding sense; 御大 is less formal and often used affectionately.
Etymology The prefix 御 (おん) is an honorific, and 大 (たい) means 'big' or 'great'. Together they form a respectful term for a leader. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it likely originated as a colloquial honorific within groups.
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He is well-liked by everyone as the head of the team.
