穏便
Meanings
1
Describes a manner or method that is calm, non-confrontational, and avoids causing trouble or offense. Often used in the adverbial form 穏便に.
The problem was resolved amicably.
Let's discuss this in a peaceable manner.
2
Used adverbially to mean doing something without making a scene, keeping things low-key, or handling a matter discreetly. Often appears as 穏便に.
He quietly left the scene without making a fuss.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉を穏便に済ませるto settle a matter quietly and without fuss
The boss tried to settle the trouble quietly, without making a fuss.
- 〈事〉を穏便に処理するto handle a matter discreetly and peaceably
The company handled the complaint discreetly and without conflict.
- 穏便な解決an amicable, non-confrontational resolution
Both sides hoped for an amicable resolution.
- 穏便に事を運ぶto proceed with something smoothly and without causing friction
He tried to conduct the negotiations smoothly, without friction.