Meaning and Usage
"反抗" (はんこう) means "opposition" or "resistance," often used to describe a person's attitude of defying authority or rules. It is commonly used in contexts involving family, school, or social authority.
Common Contexts
This word frequently appears when talking about teenagers or children who resist parental or teacher authority, known as "反抗期" (はんこうき), the rebellious phase. It can also describe resistance to orders or commands in a workplace or social setting.
Collocations and Patterns
- 反抗する: to oppose or resist
- 反抗期: rebellious phase (especially in children or teenagers)
- 親に反抗する: to rebel against parents
- 命令に反抗する: to resist orders
Register and Nuance
"反抗" is neutral in formality but often carries a negative nuance, implying disobedience or defiance. It is not usually used for polite or formal resistance but rather personal or emotional opposition.
Common Learner Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "反抗" with "抵抗" (ていこう), which also means resistance but is more physical or technical. "反抗" is more about psychological or social defiance, so use it when describing attitudes or behaviors against authority or rules.