Meaning and Usage
"賛成" (さんせい) means "approval" or "agreement" and is commonly used to express support for an idea, plan, or proposal. It is a noun but often appears in the phrase "賛成する" to mean "to agree" or "to approve."
Common Contexts
You will hear "賛成" in meetings, discussions, or everyday conversations when people express their agreement or support. It is polite and neutral, suitable for formal and informal situations.
Typical Collocations
- 賛成する: to agree or approve
- 賛成意見: opinion in favor
- 賛成票: vote in favor
Important Notes
"賛成" is often contrasted with "反対" (はんたい), meaning "opposition" or "disagreement." When discussing opinions, you might hear "賛成か反対か" (agree or disagree). Avoid confusing "賛成" with "支持" which can mean support but is often used in political or broader contexts.
Usage Tip
When you want to express your agreement politely, you can say "賛成です" or "賛成します." In casual speech, "賛成だよ" is common among friends.