主観
Meanings
subjectivity; subject (philosophical); ego
Used in philosophical, psychological, and academic contexts to refer to the perceiving self or the quality of being based on personal perspective. Often contrasted with 客観 (objectivity).
In philosophy, the distinction between subject and object is important.
This evaluation is based on subjectivity.
personal opinion; one's own idea
Everyday use for a view or judgment that comes from one's own perspective rather than objective facts. Often used when acknowledging that a statement is just one's own take.
That's just my personal opinion, but I think this movie is a masterpiece.
Please report only the facts without mixing in personal opinions.
Usage patterns
- 主観で判断するto judge based on one's own subjective view
He always ends up judging things based on his own subjective view.
- 〈事〉に主観が入るfor personal bias to creep into (something)
This report has a bit of personal bias creeping into it.
- 主観を排除するto eliminate subjectivity (in analysis, research, etc.)
In scientific research, it's necessary to eliminate subjectivity.
- 〈事〉は主観によって異なる(something) varies depending on personal viewpoint
Standards of beauty vary depending on one's subjective viewpoint.