What is the meaning and usage of "Ochidokoro"? Examples of business sentences and English expressions
Have you ever heard of the term "trick-and-drop"? Have you ever heard of it where you work? You may not have many chances to hear it, but in this article, we will introduce the meaning and usage of ``Otokoroko'', whether it can be used in business conversations, and some example sentences when using it.
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Meaning of “Top spot”
- Conditions that the person with whom you are negotiating or doing business with thinks that they can accept this.
- Conditions under which agreements can be reached through discussion or transactions.
- An acceptable condition.
How to use
- prepare a pitfall
- think about the pitfalls
- Deciding where to fall
- Search for good tricks
- I don't know where my emotions are
The word ``Otoshi'' used in ``Otoshidokoro'' is used to mean ``to end'' or ``to conclude.'' It means a place to end or a place to conclude, and this is used to refer to the end of a discussion or negotiation.
When negotiating or making a deal, both you and the other party often come up with conditions that are acceptable to the other party's terms. It seems that the best place is used when the conditions are compatible with each other.
``I don't know where my emotions are coming from'' is sometimes used when I feel confused because I feel like I have so many thoughts, ideas, and feelings about something. Since it has the meaning of ``acceptable conditions,'' when using ``trick point'' regarding emotions, it is sometimes used in negative situations.
Can it be used in business situations?
It is often used in business situations. It's a word used for negotiation and discussion, so you probably use it more often at work than when talking with friends. It is more often used than the word ``compromise,'' which has the same meaning.
It can also be used, for example, when explaining a negotiation or discussion you are conducting to a superior. There are other words like ``compromise plan.''
"Top spot" in English
compromise, common ground
In the sense of acceptable conditions, it can be said to be the closest word to ``hitokoro''.
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Tips for learning Japanese
Finally, for those of you who are working hard on learning Japanese, I would like to share some tips for learning Japanese.
There are many ways to learn Japanese efficiently, but this time we will specifically introduce methods that use audiobooks, books, dramas, and movies.
Learning method using audiobooks
- How to choose：Beginners should choose audiobooks for learning Japanese. For intermediate and above learners, choose an audiobook with a story that interests you and have fun while learning.
- overheard：You can train your listening skills by playing audiobooks in the background and listening to them repeatedly in your daily life.
- listen repeatedly：Listen to the parts you don't understand over and over again. This will help your ears get used to the Japanese rhythm and intonation.
- sentence shadowing：Learn pronunciation and rhythm by listening and reading out loud at the same time.
- Recommended audiobooks:You can learn Japanese ``anytime, anywhere'' and ``efficiently'' while traveling or working.
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Learning method using books
- How to choose：Beginners should choose picture books for children or Japanese teaching materials for beginners, and intermediate and above students should choose easy-to-read books such as light novels and essays. Manga is also recommended.
- underline：Underline words and phrases you don't know and look up their meanings later to understand the content of the book.
- summary：We also recommend summarizing what you read in your own words to deepen your understanding.
- rereading：If you read a book once, you can often make new discoveries and deepen your understanding by reading it again after some time has passed.
- Recommended sites:
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Learning method using dramas and movies
- Learning daily conversation：Dramas and movies are suitable for learning natural Japanese expressions and culture because they often contain scenes of everyday conversation.
- Utilization of Japanese subtitles：Watch with Japanese subtitles on for the first time, take notes of words and expressions you don't understand, and look them up later.
- reenactment of the scene：It is also effective to choose your favorite scene or line and imitate it out loud. This will improve not only your listening but also your speaking skills.
- Cultural understanding:You can learn about Japanese culture, customs, and values through dramas and movies. Understanding the background of the story and the emotions of the characters will enable deeper learning.
- Recommended drama/movie distribution services:
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summary
In this article, we introduced the meaning and usage of ototokoro. This word means agreeable conditions, but since it is used to explain the conditions for discussion, it may be difficult to imagine in what situations it would be used. If you have someone at work who can teach you Japanese, it would be great if they could show you how to use ``Otokokoro''.
