Translation and Meaning of: 弁償 - benshou

The word 「弁償」 (benshou) is an expression used in Japan that refers to the act of compensating or reimbursing someone for a loss or damage suffered. It is composed of two kanji characters: 「弁」 (ben) and 「償」 (shou). The first kanji, 「弁」, has multiple meanings, including "to discuss" or "to defend," but in this context, it is more related to the aspect of "managing" or "dealing with." The second kanji, 「償」, carries the meaning of "reparation" or "compensation," thus forming a word that suggests the act of remedying or compensating for some loss.

This term is widely used in legal and financial contexts where responsibility for an error or damage must be assumed, often involving some type of monetary payment to rectify the situation. In Japan, the notion of responsibility and the need to repair mistakes are important cultural aspects, directly reflected in the frequent use of 「弁償」 in both personal and professional situations. When someone damages another person's item, for example, it is often said that there should be 「弁償」 to balance things out.

In addition to its more everyday use, 「弁償」 can also arise in more formal or contractual situations, where there is a legal obligation to provide compensation. This can include damages accidentally caused to the properties of third parties or a failure to comply with the terms of a contract. In this sense, the use of 「弁償」 goes beyond simple repayment of money, but can include a range of repairs or replacements according to the agreement between the parties involved.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 賠償 (baishou) - Compensation for damages or losses; indemnification.
• 償い (shonai) - Compensation or restitution; usually implies an act of repair or atonement for a mistake.
• 代償 (daishou) - Substitutive compensation; it implies a exchange or replacement of one thing for another as a form of reparation.
• 補償 (hoshou) - Compensation; a more general term that encompasses aid or the guarantee of damage repair.

弁償

Romaji: benshou
Kana: べんしょう
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n1

Translation / Meaning: Próxima palavra; compensação; reparação; indenização; reembolso

Meaning in English: next word;compensation;reparation;indemnity;reimbursement

Definition: Compensate for negligence or damage.

Example Sentences - (弁償) benshou

See below some example sentences:

弁償しなければならない。

Benshō shinakereba naranai

Compensation must be made.

I have to compensate.

• 弁償 (benshō) - compensation, retribution
• しなければならない (shinakereba naranai) - must be done, it is necessary to do