省察

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Spelling: 省察. Reading: せいさつ. Core meaning: reflection; self-examination.
• Basic usage: Representative examples: 一日の行動を静かに省察して日記に書いた / 失敗への省察が次の改善につながった.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Reflection and remorse
  • 省察 is calmly examining one's actions or experience and considering their meaning. Its range can be broader than 反省, which often centers on recognizing and regretting a fault.