Translation and Meaning of: 見計らう - mihakarau

The expression 「見計らう」 (mihakarau) is composed of the characters 「見」 and 「計らう」. The kanji 「見」 (mi) means "to see" or "to observe," while 「計らう」 is a form of the verb that derives from 「計る」 (hakaru), which means "to measure" or "to consider." Thus, the combination of the two conveys the idea of "judging the right moment" or "considering the right time" to do something.

In practice, the term 「見計らう」 is often used in contexts where it is necessary to evaluate the timing or the right opportunity to act. This can refer to waiting for the right moment to start a conversation, make a decision, or even to carry out a financial transaction. It is a skill valued in many cultures that prioritize observation and patience when it comes to acting.

Historically, the word has its roots in samurai practice and Japanese strategic arts, where timing was essential in battles and in strategy games like Go and Shogi. Knowing when to act or retreat was considered an art and required a deep understanding of the circumstances and the people involved.

It is interesting to observe the variations of the verb form. While 「見計らう」 is used in its dictionary form, variations such as 「見計らった」 (mihakaratta) convey the idea of an action that has already been completed, while 「見計らって」 (mihakaratte) can indicate an action in progress or give instructions for someone to "consider the moment" before acting.

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Verb conjugation of 見計らう

• 見計らう - Infinitive form
• 見計らいます - Forma afirmativa formal
• 見計らいますか - Formal interrogative form
• 見計らいません - Forma negativa formal
• 見計らえば conditional form
• 見計らおう - imperative form

Synonyms and similar words

• 計画する (Keikaku suru) - Planejar
• 計算する (Keisan suru) - Calcular
• 計画を立てる (Keikaku o tateru) - Develop a plan

見計らう

Romaji: mihakarau
Kana: みはからう
Type: verb
L: -

Translation / Meaning: Choose your own criterion

Meaning in English: to choose at one's own discretion

Definition: Pay close attention and carefully calculate decisions and actions.