ビジネスライク
Meanings
1
Describes a manner, attitude, or approach that is efficient, practical, and focused on results, often in a work context. Can carry a slightly cool or impersonal nuance.
His way of speaking is very businesslike.
Please handle this in a more professional manner.
Usage patterns
- ビジネスライクな態度a businesslike attitude
He always approaches negotiations with a businesslike attitude.
- ビジネスライクに対応するto handle (something) in a businesslike manner
Complaints should be handled in a businesslike way.
- ビジネスライクな関係a businesslike relationship
The two of them keep their relationship strictly businesslike.