also: おおよう · ようよう
na-adjective, noun
generous; magnanimous; large-hearted
Describes a person's character as broad-minded, tolerant, and not petty. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
彼は鷹揚な態度で失敗を許した。
He forgave the mistake with a magnanimous attitude.
鷹揚な人柄が周囲
His generous personality is trusted by those around him.
na-adjective, noun
Describes a calm, unflappable demeanor, especially in situations that might upset others. Slightly literary.
どんな時でも鷹揚に構えている。
He remains composed no matter what happens.
彼女の鷹揚な物腰に感心した。
I was impressed by her placid demeanor.
Archaic reading; not used in modern Japanese.
Alternate kanji form, rarely used; reading おおよう is associated with this spelling.
The kanji 鷹 (hawk) and 揚 (raise) together suggest the image of a hawk soaring calmly and majestically, implying a lofty, unperturbed character. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.