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English - Japanese
Accept
əkˈsɛpt
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
受け入れる (うけいれる), 認める (みとめる), 受諾する (じゅだくする), 承認する (しょうにんする)
Accept meanings in Japanese
受け入れる (うけいれる)
Example:
I accept your apology.
私はあなたの謝罪を受け入れます。
She accepted the job offer.
彼女はその仕事のオファーを受け入れました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when agreeing to receive something or someone, such as apologies, offers, or invitations.
Note: This term can imply a willingness to embrace or welcome something positively.
認める (みとめる)
Example:
I accept that I was wrong.
私は自分が間違っていたことを認めます。
He accepted the truth of the situation.
彼は状況の真実を認めました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when acknowledging a fact, truth, or reality, often with a sense of resignation.
Note: This term often indicates a recognition of reality rather than a positive reception.
受諾する (じゅだくする)
Example:
They accepted the terms of the contract.
彼らは契約の条件を受諾しました。
We accept your proposal.
私たちはあなたの提案を受諾します。
Usage: formalContext: Used in legal or formal situations, especially regarding agreements or contracts.
Note: This term is more technical and is often used in official documents.
承認する (しょうにんする)
Example:
The committee accepted the changes.
委員会は変更を承認しました。
He accepted the request for funding.
彼は資金提供のリクエストを承認しました。
Usage: formalContext: Used when giving official approval or consent, often in organizational or formal settings.
Note: This term implies a more formal process of approval rather than simple acceptance.
Accept's synonyms
receive
To receive something is to take or accept it when it is offered or given.
Example: She received the award for her outstanding performance.
Note: Receive often implies a more passive action compared to accept.
acknowledge
To acknowledge means to accept or admit the existence or truth of something.
Example: He acknowledged her contribution to the project.
Note: Acknowledge emphasizes the recognition or admission of something, often with gratitude or respect.
approve
To approve is to formally agree to or accept something as satisfactory.
Example: The committee approved his proposal for the new initiative.
Note: Approve implies a formal endorsement or sanctioning of something.
agree to
To agree to something is to give one's consent or acceptance to it.
Example: She agreed to take on the new role within the company.
Note: Agree to specifically refers to giving consent or approval to a particular proposal or action.
Accept expressions, common phrases
Accept an apology
To agree to forgive someone who has said they are sorry for something they did wrong.
Example: She accepted his apology and forgave him.
Note: It specifically refers to forgiving someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.
Accept a challenge
To agree to participate in or take on a difficult or demanding task or competition.
Example: She accepted the challenge to run a marathon.
Note: It involves agreeing to take on a specific task or competition.
Accept the truth
To acknowledge or recognize the reality of a situation, even if it is difficult or unpleasant.
Example: He finally accepted the truth about what had happened.
Note: It implies acknowledging and coming to terms with a certain reality.
Accept an offer
To agree to take something that is being given or offered, such as a job, gift, or opportunity.
Example: She accepted the job offer without hesitation.
Note: It involves agreeing to receive something that is being offered.
Accept the consequences
To acknowledge and deal with the results or outcomes, whether positive or negative, of one's actions or decisions.
Example: He knew he had to accept the consequences of his actions.
Note: It pertains to acknowledging and facing the results of one's choices.
Accept a proposal
To agree to marry someone who has asked for your hand in marriage.
Example: She accepted his marriage proposal with tears of joy.
Note: It specifically refers to agreeing to marry someone who has proposed.
Accept as true
To believe or trust that something is true or valid.
Example: She accepted his explanation as true and moved on.
Note: It involves believing or trusting in the truthfulness of something.
Accept everyday (slang) expressions
Totally down
This slang term means agreeing or being willing to do something. It emphasizes enthusiasm or eagerness to participate.
Example: I'm totally down for pizza tonight.
Note: This slang term emphasizes a casual and informal way of expressing acceptance or agreement.
Game
Using 'game' in this context means being ready or willing to participate in something.
Example: Are you game for a road trip this weekend?
Note: The term 'game' is more informal and implies a sense of readiness and excitement compared to the standard term 'accept'.
Count me in
This phrase indicates one's agreement or willingness to participate in an activity or event.
Example: Count me in for the concert on Friday.
Note: The informal nature of 'count me in' conveys a more casual and relaxed attitude towards acceptance.
I'm in
This slang expression signifies that the speaker agrees to participate in an activity or event.
Example: I'm in for the beach day tomorrow.
Note: Using 'I'm in' is a casual way of showing acceptance, often associated with informal settings or conversations.
Dig it
To 'dig it' means to like or enjoy something, indicating acceptance or approval.
Example: I dig it, let's go hiking this weekend.
Note: This slang term denotes a more expressive and enthusiastic way of accepting or agreeing to a suggestion or proposal.
Sounds good
This expression signifies agreement or acceptance of a suggestion or plan.
Example: Sounds good, I'll join you for lunch at noon.
Note: The casual and laid-back nature of 'sounds good' makes it a commonly used slang term for expressing acceptance in spoken language.
I'm game
If someone says, 'I'm game,' it means they are willing and ready to participate or try something.
Example: I'm game for trying that new restaurant tonight.
Note: 'I'm game' conveys a sense of eagerness and openness to new experiences, reflecting a more casual and enthusiastic form of acceptance.
Accept - Examples
I accept your apology.
She agreed to accept the job offer.
The company will not accept returns without a receipt.
Accept grammar
Accept - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: accept
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): accepted
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): accepting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): accepts
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): accept
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): accept
Syllables, Separation and Stress
accept Contains 2 syllables: ac • cept
Phonetic transcription: ik-ˈsept
ac cept , ik ˈsept (The red syllable is stressed)
Accept - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
accept: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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