WORD DETAIL
称賛
しょうさん
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
称賛(しょうさん) is high praise for an admirable act or achievement. It appears as acclaim received and praise actively expressed. - Basic usage: A courageous act attracts broad acclaim; an audience praises an excellent performance.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Collective acclaim directed at an act and praise voiced by spectators
称賛が寄せられるfocuses on the recipient of praise, while演技を称賛したdirectly identifies the evaluator and object.

