noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Used for inferring someone's unspoken feelings, intentions, or wishes, often in social or political contexts. Can carry a negative nuance of presumptuous mind-reading.
上司の意向を忖度して、先に資料を用意した。
I guessed my boss's intentions and prepared the materials in advance.
It's difficult to surmise the real intention behind his remarks.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
deference; consideration; servility
Often implies acting out of excessive consideration for someone's wishes, sometimes to the point of servility. Frequently used in political or bureaucratic contexts where anticipating a superior's desires is expected.
忖度が過ぎると、かえって相手に不快感を与えることもある。
Excessive deference can sometimes make the other person uncomfortable.
政治家は官僚の忖度に頼りすぎてはいけない。
Politicians should not rely too much on bureaucrats' servile anticipation of their wishes.